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CK12 DXG

2012 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

115,153 mi
Last recorded115,153 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK12 DXG
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 115,153 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 105,195 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2024 105,145 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 95,215 miles

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 86,238 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 75,585 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2021 75,585 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 65,665 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 65,665 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 52,549 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 42,879 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 42,870 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 34,973 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit recorded 2mm depth (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner tailgate light not working

Pass 5 Apr 2016 27,316 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 19,354 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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CK12 DXG is a 2012 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 CK12 DXG, 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 CK12 DXG registered?

CK12 DXG is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is CK12 DXG safe to buy?

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