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BV13 KXU

2013 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,549 mi
Last recorded89,549 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Rio52,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV13 KXU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 89,549 miles

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

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

nsf bumper damaged

Pass 30 Jan 2025 86,897 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Jan 2025 86,897 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2024 84,855 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 79,655 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 75,525 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 72,798 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 72,782 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 70,968 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 68,263 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 64,964 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 64,598 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low outer edge. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low outer edge. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 60,296 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 60,296 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 57,399 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 57,399 miles

Offside 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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BV13 KXU is a 2013 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2013 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 52,890 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 BV13 KXU, 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 13 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 BV13 KXU registered?

BV13 KXU is a 2013 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 March 2013.

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