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C3 HJJ

2011 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,586 mi
Last recorded100,586 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Rio54,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 HJJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 100,586 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2025 100,585 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2024 96,134 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2024 96,134 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2023 90,403 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 2 Nov 2023 90,390 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Oct 2022 86,189 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Oct 2021 79,482 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 79,451 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 71,250 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 62,792 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 55,860 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 48,569 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 41,855 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 34,009 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 25,856 miles

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

nearside rear tyre on 2mm

offside rear tyre tread on legal limit

rear brake pads worn

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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C3 HJJ is a 2011 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 54,636 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 C3 HJJ, 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 15 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 C3 HJJ registered?

C3 HJJ is a 2011 Kia Rio, first registered on 28 October 2011.

Is C3 HJJ safe to buy?

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