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BL12 JPU

2012 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,532 mi
Last recorded33,532 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL12 JPU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 33,532 miles

Offside Front Lower ball joint leaking grease

Pass 27 May 2025 33,163 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 32,189 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2023 31,122 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 30,157 miles

front subframe showing signs of corrosion

rear axle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 1 Jun 2021 28,681 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 27,183 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2019 24,441 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 20,445 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 17,012 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 36,857 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 13,518 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 10,123 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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BL12 JPU is a 2012 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BL12 JPU, 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 BL12 JPU registered?

BL12 JPU is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 July 2012.

Is BL12 JPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL12 JPU shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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