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BG12 ZZW

2012 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

157,809 mi
Last recorded157,809 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 ZZW
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 157,809 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 147,796 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 135,629 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 118,759 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 108,065 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 97,399 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 89,507 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 76,660 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 66,789 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 66,780 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 54,235 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 43,724 miles

Front 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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BG12 ZZW is a 2012 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BG12 ZZW, 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

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What year was BG12 ZZW registered?

BG12 ZZW is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 15 August 2012.

Is BG12 ZZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 ZZW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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