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CU21 VBE

2021 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,487 mi
Last recorded22,487 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio23,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU21 VBE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2021
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 22,487 miles

general underbody corrosion

Pass 4 Mar 2025 19,409 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2024 16,599 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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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CU21 VBE is a 2021 Kia Rio in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2021 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 23,781 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 CU21 VBE, 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 5 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 CU21 VBE registered?

CU21 VBE is a 2021 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 April 2021.

Is CU21 VBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU21 VBE shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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