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DE12 VGK

2012 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

123,010 mi
Last recorded123,010 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE12 VGK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 123,010 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 110,640 miles

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 106,657 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 106,657 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 103,447 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 103,447 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose Wheel nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 100,216 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 92,714 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 92,707 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Daylight running light not working

Pass 11 Aug 2018 81,501 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 69,330 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 57,901 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 48,643 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 33,709 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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DE12 VGK is a 2012 Kia Rio in White with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 57,620 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 DE12 VGK, 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 14 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 DE12 VGK registered?

DE12 VGK is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 4 April 2012.

Is DE12 VGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE12 VGK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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