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BN13 TVM

2013 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

76,818 mi
Last recorded76,818 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Rio52,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN13 TVM
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 76,818 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 71,891 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2025 71,891 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 66,973 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 61,667 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 56,131 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing X4 tyres all-around slightly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 51,024 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Rear tyres x2 slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 46,140 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 46,140 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 39,697 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 32,899 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 25,822 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 25,822 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 18,468 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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BN13 TVM is a 2013 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 52,890 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 BN13 TVM, 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 13 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 BN13 TVM registered?

BN13 TVM is a 2013 Kia Rio, first registered on 20 March 2013.

Is BN13 TVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN13 TVM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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