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CU16 USX

2016 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,389 mi
Last recorded54,389 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Rio37,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU16 USX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 54,389 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 43,553 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 42,311 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 39,847 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and back (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Feb 2023 39,847 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and back (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2022 37,522 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and back (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 16 Feb 2022 37,522 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and back (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 34,154 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 31,623 miles

Front advise both front tyres worn inner and outer edges and perishing

Front advise light corrosion front subframe and both front lower suspension arms

Rear advise light corrosion rear axle

advise undertrays, arch covers,plastic trims fitted not allowing full inspection of some components within prescribed area

Pass 28 Feb 2019 24,260 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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CU16 USX is a 2016 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 37,459 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 CU16 USX, 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 10 years old, this Kia Rio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU16 USX registered?

CU16 USX is a 2016 Kia Rio, first registered on 7 March 2016.

Is CU16 USX safe to buy?

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