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AU11 VEK

2011 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

64,919 mi
Last recorded64,919 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Rio54,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU11 VEK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 64,919 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2026 64,560 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2025 48,224 miles

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

offside front tyre slightly worn/wearing outer edge

Pass 17 Jun 2024 41,419 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 40,216 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 38,700 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 37,058 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside front and nearside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Jul 2021 37,028 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside front and nearside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 36,014 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 34,434 miles

Exhaust mounting defective centre exhaust mount broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 32,543 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 30,209 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 27,520 miles

1/ front and rear tyres becoming perished

Pass 20 Jul 2015 24,941 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 22,679 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 20,181 miles

nearside rear tyre has deep cut in tread

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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AU11 VEK is a 2011 Kia Rio in White with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2011 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 54,636 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 AU11 VEK, 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 15 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 AU11 VEK registered?

AU11 VEK is a 2011 Kia Rio, first registered on 5 March 2011.

Is AU11 VEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU11 VEK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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