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AU21 UMF

2021 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,027 mi
Last recorded33,027 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio23,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU21 UMF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 11 Feb 2026 33,027 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2025 25,858 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2024 18,890 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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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AU21 UMF is a 2021 Kia Rio in Black with a 998cc 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 AU21 UMF, 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 AU21 UMF?

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What year was AU21 UMF registered?

AU21 UMF is a 2021 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 March 2021.

Is AU21 UMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU21 UMF 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 AU21 UMF have outstanding finance?

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