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BV12 WWB

2012 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

58,421 mi
Last recorded58,421 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 WWB
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 58,421 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 58,045 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 56,757 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 54,667 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

slight bind both rears

Pass 23 Feb 2022 52,702 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 50,722 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2020 48,283 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2019 44,923 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2018 41,553 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 38,773 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 38,773 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2016 33,828 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2015 25,006 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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BV12 WWB is a 2012 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BV12 WWB, 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 BV12 WWB registered?

BV12 WWB is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BV12 WWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV12 WWB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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