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AK62 CVG

2012 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

126,313 mi
Last recorded126,313 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 CVG
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 126,313 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 119,976 miles

Handbrake only just met minimum requirements

Pass 28 Sep 2023 117,263 miles

Handbrake only just met minimum requirements

Fail 28 Sep 2023 117,260 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Handbrake only just met minimum requirements

Pass 29 Sep 2022 115,431 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2022 115,400 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 114,492 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2021 114,480 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 111,263 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 107,943 miles

nail in nsr tyre

parking brake performance only just met

Pass 29 Sep 2018 101,428 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 95,812 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 79,121 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 58,413 miles

rear pads appear low would suggest to be checked

How Reliable is the Kia Rio?

Based on 1,637,344 MOT tests across 141,212 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
5,503
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
141,212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,517
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,703
position lamp(s) not working 14,100
Registration plate lamp not working 12,829
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AK62 CVG is a 2012 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 57,620 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Rio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK62 CVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 14 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK62 CVG registered?

AK62 CVG is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 September 2012.

Is AK62 CVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 CVG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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