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CP12 TRV

2012 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,464 mi
Last recorded31,464 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP12 TRV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 31,464 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 30,604 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 29,729 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 28,539 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened near and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracking slightly. 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2022 26,386 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracking in tread, 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 22,897 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 22,897 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 22,617 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Jun 2020 22,613 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2019 20,956 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 17,674 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 16,815 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 15,303 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 11,807 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 TRV is a 2012 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TRV, 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 TRV registered?

CP12 TRV is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is CP12 TRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP12 TRV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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