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DA61 KUG

2011 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

171,622 mi
Last recorded171,622 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Rio54,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA61 KUG
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 171,622 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front side wing damage

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear bumper damage

Rear Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 156,881 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 156,891 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 87,857 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2023 149,969 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 140,724 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower under tray fitted

Fail 24 Nov 2022 140,724 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower under tray fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2021 130,840 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 123,530 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2019 112,207 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 102,986 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 87,942 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 77,193 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Nov 2016 77,193 miles

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 65,913 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 50,376 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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DA61 KUG is a 2011 Kia Rio in White with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DA61 KUG, 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.

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DA61 KUG is a 2011 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 November 2011.

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