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AV12 TLF

2012 Kia Rio

White Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

158,458 mi
Last recorded158,458 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 TLF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2024 158,458 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 151,125 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2022 151,124 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2021 146,325 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 113,913 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 96,304 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 32,272 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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AV12 TLF is a 2012 Kia Rio in White with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 57,620 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 AV12 TLF, 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 14 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 AV12 TLF registered?

AV12 TLF is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 6 June 2012.

Is AV12 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 TLF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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