MOT Status
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151,915 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold cracked (6.1.2 (a))
Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
N/S/R Damage noted
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
N/S/R Body damage noted
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/65/15 outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
N/S/R Body damage noted
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/65/15 outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Front number plate slightly damaged
O/S/F DRL inop
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/65/15 Outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/65/15 outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front wipers juddering
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened outer edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15 on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Badly lipped (3.5.1i)
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces badly corroded (3.5.1i)
Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Badly lipped (3.5.1i)
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces badly corroded (3.5.1i)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Kia Rio?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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CA12 VAX is a 2012 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.
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 VAX, 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 VAX registered?
CA12 VAX is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 July 2012.
Is CA12 VAX safe to buy?
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