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AO21 KNJ

2021 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,891 mi
Last recorded61,891 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio23,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO21 KNJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2021
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 61,891 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres + light cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 55,028 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 48,843 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play Borderline pass (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped in zone 'A' (3.2 (a) (i))

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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AO21 KNJ is a 2021 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2021 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 23,781 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 AO21 KNJ, 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 5 years old, this Kia Rio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO21 KNJ registered?

AO21 KNJ is a 2021 Kia Rio, first registered on 12 April 2021.

Is AO21 KNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO21 KNJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO21 KNJ have outstanding finance?

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