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C21 DGW

2017 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

78,924 mi
Last recorded78,924 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Rio35,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC21 DGW
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 78,924 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2026 78,924 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 69,218 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 59,933 miles

Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

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

Fail 19 Jun 2024 59,933 miles

Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 51,532 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 44,535 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2021 34,825 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 23,264 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 23,264 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2020

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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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C21 DGW is a 2017 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2017 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 35,640 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 C21 DGW, 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 9 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 C21 DGW registered?

C21 DGW is a 2017 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 April 2017.

Is C21 DGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C21 DGW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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