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BN18 VZS

2018 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,374 mi
Last recorded43,374 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Rio30,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN18 VZS
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2026 43,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to legal limit (2.5) (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 38,374 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 34,105 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 30,128 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 25,889 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 21,995 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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BN18 VZS is a 2018 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 30,681 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 BN18 VZS, 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 8 years old, this Kia Rio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN18 VZS?

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What year was BN18 VZS registered?

BN18 VZS is a 2018 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is BN18 VZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN18 VZS shows 6 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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