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BU14 HXJ

2014 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

123,025 mi
Last recorded123,025 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 Kia Rio48,162 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU14 HXJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 123,025 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 115,986 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.00 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 109,835 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre inner and outer edge`s worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 104,949 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 104,949 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front daytime running lamp inoperative

Offside Front tyre not fitted as instucted

Pass 11 Jul 2022 99,691 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 88,869 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 81,476 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 72,517 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 59,094 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened abit (3.5.1i)

brake pedal anti slip rubber worn

Fail 7 Apr 2018 59,094 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened abit (3.5.1i)

brake pedal anti slip rubber worn

Pass 12 Apr 2017 44,346 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 44,346 miles

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

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

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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BU14 HXJ is a 2014 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BU14 HXJ, 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 BU14 HXJ registered?

BU14 HXJ is a 2014 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 May 2014.

Is BU14 HXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU14 HXJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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