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CP12 SRZ

2012 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

81,289 mi
Last recorded81,289 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP12 SRZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 81,289 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted slightly on inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2025 77,680 miles

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

Offside Front Daytime running light not working

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

Fail 15 Aug 2025 77,680 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Daytime running light not working

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 73,420 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 70,143 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2023 70,143 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 67,202 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2021 61,511 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 61,511 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 53,837 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 53,837 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 46,920 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 39,839 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 31,981 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 24,660 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 24,660 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 20,210 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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CP12 SRZ is a 2012 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 CP12 SRZ, 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 CP12 SRZ registered?

CP12 SRZ is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is CP12 SRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP12 SRZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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