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BG10 LLJ

2010 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

18,083 mi
Last recorded18,083 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2010 Kia Rio56,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG10 LLJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 18,083 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2025 17,200 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2025 17,200 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 16,390 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 16,038 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 15,406 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 10,936 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 8,492 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 8,492 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 8,231 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 7,826 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 7,826 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 7,443 miles

all tyres cracking

Fail 26 Jun 2017 7,443 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all tyres cracking

Pass 16 Jun 2016 6,982 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre perished.

Pass 11 May 2015 6,114 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 5,193 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 15 May 2014 5,193 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 3,972 miles

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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BG10 LLJ is a 2010 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2010 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 56,182 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 BG10 LLJ, 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 16 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BG10 LLJ registered?

BG10 LLJ is a 2010 Kia Rio, first registered on 21 May 2010.

Is BG10 LLJ safe to buy?

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