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CA12 FCL

2012 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,400 mi
Last recorded95,400 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA12 FCL
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 95,400 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (recommend immediate attention) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre starting to get worn

Rear axle corroded in areas

Rear exhaust join corroded

both rear brakes backing plates corroded

Fail 9 Feb 2026 95,400 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (recommend immediate attention) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre starting to get worn

Rear axle corroded in areas

Rear exhaust join corroded

both rear brakes backing plates corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2025 86,935 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 79,410 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 78,419 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 72,715 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 66,725 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 60,980 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 60,978 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 56,690 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 48,594 miles

Child seat fitted preventing inspection of adult belt

Front both tyres worn on outer shoulders

Oil leak

Rear wiper blade split

Fail 16 May 2016 48,529 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Child seat fitted preventing inspection of adult belt

Front both tyres worn on outer shoulders

Oil leak

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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CA12 FCL is a 2012 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 CA12 FCL, 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.

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What year was CA12 FCL registered?

CA12 FCL is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 20 June 2012.

Is CA12 FCL safe to buy?

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