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BK12 FTX

2012 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,416 mi
Last recorded114,416 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 FTX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 114,416 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 Feb 2026 114,415 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2025 103,949 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 92,039 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2023 80,089 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 80,089 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 70,270 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 60,006 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 51,159 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 47,296 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 42,868 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 38,886 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Mar 2016 34,718 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 29,174 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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BK12 FTX is a 2012 Kia Rio in White with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FTX, 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 FTX registered?

BK12 FTX is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is BK12 FTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 FTX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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