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AV16 VNJ

2016 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,841 mi
Last recorded84,841 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Rio37,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV16 VNJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 84,841 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 76,627 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 67,398 miles

Central Rear rear seat folded down adult belt not tested

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear rear seat folded down adult belt not tested

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear rear seat folded down adult belt not tested

Rear rear wiper defective

tyre low presure warning light on dash

Pass 11 Nov 2022 58,597 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both - Worn on Edges (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both - Starting to Slightly Crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 52,630 miles

TPMS light on (not system malfunction)

Pass 4 Nov 2020 48,352 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 39,446 miles

Nearside Front Wheel arch cover damaged

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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AV16 VNJ is a 2016 Kia Rio in White with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 AV16 VNJ, 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 AV16 VNJ registered?

AV16 VNJ is a 2016 Kia Rio, first registered on 14 May 2016.

Is AV16 VNJ safe to buy?

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