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BD63 VKX

2013 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

104,162 mi
Last recorded104,162 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Rio52,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD63 VKX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Dec 2025 104,162 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2024 100,414 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 99,798 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2023 99,798 miles

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

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working Side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 99,283 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 98,513 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2021 98,513 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 96,846 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2019 95,194 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 77,911 miles

both front tyres worn on wear markers

Fail 21 Dec 2018 77,911 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

both front tyres worn on wear markers

Pass 4 Dec 2017 57,968 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 41,857 miles

both rear tyres slightly worn on inner edge

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 VKX is a 2013 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VKX, 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

How do I check the history of BD63 VKX?

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What year was BD63 VKX registered?

BD63 VKX is a 2013 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 December 2013.

Is BD63 VKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD63 VKX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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