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BD16 GBU

2016 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,096 mi
Last recorded56,096 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Rio37,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD16 GBU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 56,096 miles

Nearside Front Bumper damaged

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & Has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords & Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Size 205.45.R 17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play & Noisy (2.2.2 (c))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 48,762 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

damage to n/s/f bumper

Pass 10 Nov 2023 41,126 miles

Body under covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Central Front Inner wheel arch liner is damaged/missing

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Body wing is damaged but remains secure

Nearside Front Bumper damaged

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

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 35,962 miles

Body under covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Body wing is damaged but remains secure

Nearside Front Inner Wheel arch liner is damaged/missing

Nearside Front Pumper damaged

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

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 26 Nov 2022 35,962 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Size 205.45.R 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Body under covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Body wing is damaged but remains secure

Nearside Front Inner Wheel arch liner is damaged/missing

Nearside Front Pumper damaged

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

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 28,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low and damaged (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 3 Dec 2020 22,611 miles

Nearside Front Body wing is damaged but remains secure

Nearside Front Inner Wheel arch liner is damaged/missing

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

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

Fail 3 Dec 2020 22,611 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Body wing is damaged but remains secure

Nearside Front Inner Wheel arch liner is damaged/missing

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 13,690 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre x3 punctures ()

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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BD16 GBU is a 2016 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BD16 GBU, 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.

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What year was BD16 GBU registered?

BD16 GBU is a 2016 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 April 2016.

Is BD16 GBU safe to buy?

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