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BJ62 CVK

2012 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,201 mi
Last recorded81,201 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ62 CVK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 81,201 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 75,602 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 75,506 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 69,259 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 63,750 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 54,261 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 49,247 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 38,235 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Nov 2017 38,235 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 29,476 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 18,831 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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BJ62 CVK is a 2012 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BJ62 CVK, 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

How do I check the history of BJ62 CVK?

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What year was BJ62 CVK registered?

BJ62 CVK is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is BJ62 CVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ62 CVK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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