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BJ12 MKD

2012 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

81,137 mi
Last recorded81,137 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ12 MKD
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 81,137 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2026 81,022 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 77,428 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 72,152 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 67,778 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 62,221 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 55,298 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 52,131 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 48,416 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 41,348 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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BJ12 MKD is a 2012 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BJ12 MKD, 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 BJ12 MKD registered?

BJ12 MKD is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 17 April 2012.

Is BJ12 MKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ12 MKD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJ12 MKD have outstanding finance?

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