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BG15 VVT

2015 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,721 mi
Last recorded59,721 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2015 Kia Rio41,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG15 VVT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 59,721 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 57,978 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 51,764 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

various components corroding.rear axel spring cups corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2023 45,669 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 39,048 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 33,703 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 33,703 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 30,376 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2020 30,376 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 25,444 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 19,057 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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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BG15 VVT is a 2015 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2015 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 41,732 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 BG15 VVT, 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 11 years old, this Kia Rio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG15 VVT registered?

BG15 VVT is a 2015 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 June 2015.

Is BG15 VVT safe to buy?

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