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BD63 RZT

2013 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

137,372 mi
Last recorded137,372 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Rio52,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD63 RZT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 137,372 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2026 137,372 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2025 135,135 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 126,439 miles

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

strong smell of diesel

Fail 10 Jan 2024 126,439 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick pads low and brakes overheated discs cooked (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

strong smell of diesel

Pass 17 Jan 2023 115,386 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Jan 2023 115,161 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 Dec 2022 114,299 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2021 101,103 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

exhaust system corroded

Fail 21 Dec 2021 101,103 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

exhaust system corroded

Pass 18 Dec 2020 90,128 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 90,128 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2019 80,090 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 69,015 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 54,529 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 40,351 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/6515 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front tyre has uneven tread wear

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Dec 2016 40,351 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/6515 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front tyre has uneven tread wear

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BD63 RZT is a 2013 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2013 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 52,890 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 BD63 RZT, 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 13 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 BD63 RZT registered?

BD63 RZT is a 2013 Kia Rio, first registered on 23 December 2013.

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The MOT history for BD63 RZT shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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