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BJ62 VWD

2012 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

101,270 mi
Last recorded101,270 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2018
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ62 VWD
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2018 101,270 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 92,183 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 92,183 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 61,013 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 61,013 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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 VWD is a 2012 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 BJ62 VWD, 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 BJ62 VWD registered?

BJ62 VWD is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 20 October 2012.

Is BJ62 VWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ62 VWD shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJ62 VWD have outstanding finance?

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