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BF21 DVC

2021 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

63,781 mi
Last recorded63,781 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio23,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF21 DVC
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 63,781 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2026 63,781 miles

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2025 55,725 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2025 55,725 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 47,282 miles

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

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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BF21 DVC is a 2021 Kia Rio in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2021 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 23,781 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 BF21 DVC, 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 5 years old, this Kia Rio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF21 DVC?

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What year was BF21 DVC registered?

BF21 DVC is a 2021 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 March 2021.

Is BF21 DVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF21 DVC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BF21 DVC have outstanding finance?

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