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AU16 PKZ

2016 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

98,859 mi
Last recorded98,859 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Rio37,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU16 PKZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 98,859 miles

Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2025 88,999 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 73,774 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 5 Oct 2024 73,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 61,868 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 49,075 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 45,187 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn /lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front brake pads 75% worn

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

low tyre pressure warning lamp on

Fail 24 Feb 2022 45,186 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn /lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front brake pads 75% worn

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

low tyre pressure warning lamp on

Pass 25 Feb 2021 36,270 miles

Front front brake disc have slight wear

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear brake pads 75% worn

Pass 27 Feb 2020 31,109 miles

windscreen wipers leave slight smearing

Pass 6 Mar 2019 22,760 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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AU16 PKZ is a 2016 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2016 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 37,459 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 AU16 PKZ, 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 10 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 AU16 PKZ registered?

AU16 PKZ is a 2016 Kia Rio, first registered on 2 March 2016.

Is AU16 PKZ safe to buy?

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