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BN12 UDV

2012 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

146,589 mi
Last recorded146,589 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 UDV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 146,589 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 142,359 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 134,479 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 118,166 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 27 Jan 2022 118,166 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 100,658 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 12 Feb 2020 84,454 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 62,627 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 41,947 miles

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 31 Jan 2017 22,680 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 20,405 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 9,586 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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BN12 UDV is a 2012 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,120cc diesel 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 UDV, 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 BN12 UDV registered?

BN12 UDV is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is BN12 UDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 UDV 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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