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BN12 UDM

2012 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

63,222 mi
Last recorded63,222 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 UDM
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 63,222 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 54,545 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 48,814 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 47,348 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 46,004 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2021 43,829 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 41,797 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2019 39,020 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 36,380 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 32,565 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 28,222 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 28,222 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BN12 UDM is a 2012 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BN12 UDM, 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

How do I check the history of BN12 UDM?

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What year was BN12 UDM registered?

BN12 UDM is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is BN12 UDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 UDM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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