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CV68 VJC

2018 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,291 mi
Last recorded65,291 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Rio30,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV68 VJC
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 65,291 miles

Offside Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate cracked and backing of plate come away but still able to read plate (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 55,528 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing outer edge & cracking 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing inner edge & cracking 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both rear service brakes binding advise check over of brakes (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 44,423 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut no cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2024 44,423 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut no cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023 35,322 miles
Fail 12 May 2023 35,322 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2022 24,670 miles

undertrays & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

Fail 12 May 2022 24,670 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

undertrays & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Jul 2021 15,559 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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CV68 VJC is a 2018 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 30,681 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 CV68 VJC, 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 8 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 CV68 VJC registered?

CV68 VJC is a 2018 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 November 2018.

Is CV68 VJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV68 VJC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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