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CP13 NLJ

2013 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,583 mi
Last recorded99,583 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Rio52,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP13 NLJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 99,583 miles

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

Offside Front daytime running light inoperative

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 99,291 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Fail 30 Aug 2024 99,291 miles

Central Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 94,708 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

O/S mirror unit secured with tape

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 86,862 miles

Nearside rear disc backing plate

Rear wiper blade defective

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear axles (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 74,563 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 66,005 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Aug 2020 66,005 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2019 51,876 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2018 38,639 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2017 29,020 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 23,630 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH!! (4.1.E.1)

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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CP13 NLJ is a 2013 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 52,890 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 CP13 NLJ, 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 13 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CP13 NLJ registered?

CP13 NLJ is a 2013 Kia Rio, first registered on 20 June 2013.

Is CP13 NLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP13 NLJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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