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AP70 VZE

2021 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,245 mi
Last recorded85,245 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio23,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP70 VZE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 85,245 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 70,968 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2024 52,490 miles

Front inner pads appear to be getting low.

Under trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components.

Fail 2 Feb 2024 52,489 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front inner pads appear to be getting low.

TPMS light on indicating low pressure in system.

Under trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components.

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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AP70 VZE is a 2021 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AP70 VZE, 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

How do I check the history of AP70 VZE?

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What year was AP70 VZE registered?

AP70 VZE is a 2021 Kia Rio, first registered on 24 February 2021.

Is AP70 VZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP70 VZE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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