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CU13 LYF

2013 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

84,765 mi
Last recorded84,765 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Rio52,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU13 LYF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 84,765 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 80,472 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread crack on plate (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 65,120 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both lower spring mounting on axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2023 65,118 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both lower spring mounting on axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 50,146 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 48,040 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 42,407 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 31,675 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 24,237 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 20,245 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 15,474 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 11,526 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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CU13 LYF is a 2013 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CU13 LYF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU13 LYF registered?

CU13 LYF is a 2013 Kia Rio, first registered on 23 March 2013.

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The MOT history for CU13 LYF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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