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BK12 ZFC

2012 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,547 mi
Last recorded50,547 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 ZFC
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 50,547 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2017 50,547 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 39,825 miles

offside rear tyre starting to crack on tread

Pass 14 Apr 2015 35,782 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 ZFC is a 2012 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BK12 ZFC, 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 ZFC registered?

BK12 ZFC is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is BK12 ZFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 ZFC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK12 ZFC have outstanding finance?

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