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AK62 ZWR

2012 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

82,619 mi
Last recorded82,619 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 ZWR
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 82,619 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 82,619 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 77,198 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2025 77,198 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 72,702 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 68,600 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 62,051 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 54,929 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 39,399 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 26,397 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 21,903 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 17,686 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2015 17,686 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 ZWR is a 2012 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ZWR, 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 ZWR registered?

AK62 ZWR is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is AK62 ZWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 ZWR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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