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BF12 NZM

2012 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,540 mi
Last recorded77,540 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 NZM
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2026 77,540 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 72,731 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 68,997 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 65,120 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 61,570 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 58,988 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2020 56,489 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 50,431 miles

front number plate

Pass 20 Feb 2018 43,897 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 36,842 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 29,850 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 22,059 miles

offside front tyre punctured

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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BF12 NZM is a 2012 Kia Rio in White with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BF12 NZM, 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

How do I check the history of BF12 NZM?

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What year was BF12 NZM registered?

BF12 NZM is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is BF12 NZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 NZM shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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