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CE12 ZWF

2012 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,996 mi
Last recorded84,996 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE12 ZWF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 84,996 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 82,374 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 79,462 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 77,203 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 74,241 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 70,653 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 68,543 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 68,543 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 65,298 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 65,298 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 60,725 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 49,398 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 38,296 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 38,294 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 16 Mar 2015 23,382 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 23,382 miles

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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CE12 ZWF is a 2012 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 CE12 ZWF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CE12 ZWF registered?

CE12 ZWF is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is CE12 ZWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE12 ZWF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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