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BT61 BZM

2012 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

88,230 mi
Last recorded88,230 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2021
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT61 BZM
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2021 88,230 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2021 88,230 miles

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 85,368 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 80,271 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 70,212 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 60,962 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 53,433 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 46,921 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 38,295 miles

Rear number plate slightly cracked / damaged.

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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BT61 BZM is a 2012 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BT61 BZM, 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 BT61 BZM registered?

BT61 BZM is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 20 January 2012.

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The MOT history for BT61 BZM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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