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BK12 AUU

2012 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,178 mi
Last recorded81,178 miles
Recorded on2 May 2023
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 AUU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2023 81,178 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2023 81,173 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel nut missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2022 79,416 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 76,153 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 66,777 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 66,619 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 61,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 55,985 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 49,829 miles

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

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

Both front tyres splitting on inner walls nearside low tread/205/45ZR17/88W/

Fail 14 Mar 2017 49,829 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Both front tyres splitting on inner walls nearside low tread/205/45ZR17/88W/

Pass 9 Mar 2016 43,755 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 37,406 miles

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

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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BK12 AUU is a 2012 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BK12 AUU, 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 BK12 AUU registered?

BK12 AUU is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is BK12 AUU safe to buy?

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