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AP56 AVD

2006 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

160,794 mi
Last recorded160,794 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Kia Rio61,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP56 AVD
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 160,794 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 142,215 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 111,161 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 98,948 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 89,130 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 76,039 miles

Advise general corrosion.

Advise oil leak.

Pass 29 May 2019 56,201 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 47,966 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/r and o/s/r ()

Fail 13 Jun 2018 47,966 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/r and o/s/r ()

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 43,929 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 40,772 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 40,772 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 34,450 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 34,440 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 29,692 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 29,692 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 24,519 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 21,209 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 19,191 miles

rear brake disc's inner faces slightly pitted.

Pass 26 Jan 2011 17,084 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 12,275 miles

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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AP56 AVD is a 2006 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,115 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 AP56 AVD, 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 20 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP56 AVD registered?

AP56 AVD is a 2006 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 December 2006.

Is AP56 AVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP56 AVD shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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