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BT14 PTU

2014 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

65,539 mi
Last recorded65,539 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2014 Kia Rio48,162 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT14 PTU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 65,539 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2025 65,539 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 60,108 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2025 60,108 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 54,957 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 50,088 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 45,280 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Dec 2021 45,280 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 41,056 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 24 Dec 2020 41,056 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

tyres:: osf worn low inner edge,both rears cracking

Pass 26 Jun 2019 33,942 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 28,524 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 23,955 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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BT14 PTU is a 2014 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2014 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 48,162 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BT14 PTU, 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 12 years old, this Kia Rio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT14 PTU registered?

BT14 PTU is a 2014 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 June 2014.

Is BT14 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT14 PTU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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