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CU61 FVJ

2011 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,026 mi
Last recorded95,026 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Rio54,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU61 FVJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 95,026 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2025 95,026 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2024 87,735 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2023 81,078 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 75,423 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 67,405 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 67,192 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jan 2021 67,182 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 63,260 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 59,614 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 65,951 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 55,808 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm and worn inner (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Dec 2016 55,521 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working door mirror type (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm and worn inner (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm and worn inner (4.1.E.1)

Offside side repeater lens damaged

Pass 14 Nov 2015 33,668 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3/3/3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3/3/3mm (4.1.E.1)

engine covers fitted obscuring some under bonnet components

removed items from drivers view prior to test

Pass 17 Nov 2014 12,613 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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CU61 FVJ is a 2011 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 54,636 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 CU61 FVJ, 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 15 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 CU61 FVJ registered?

CU61 FVJ is a 2011 Kia Rio, first registered on 17 November 2011.

Is CU61 FVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU61 FVJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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