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BJ10 VKM

2010 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

91,890 mi
Last recorded91,890 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Kia Rio56,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ10 VKM
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 91,890 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 88,449 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2023 84,948 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 79,546 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Jul 2021 74,513 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2020 68,888 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 68,888 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 62,350 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 May 2018 56,759 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 47,807 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 40,617 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 32,303 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 23,717 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 16,999 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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BJ10 VKM is a 2010 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 BJ10 VKM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ10 VKM registered?

BJ10 VKM is a 2010 Kia Rio, first registered on 28 May 2010.

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