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DE71 LLT

2021 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,787 mi
Last recorded17,787 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio23,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE71 LLT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 17,787 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2025 17,785 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 9,098 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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DE71 LLT is a 2021 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DE71 LLT, 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

How do I check the history of DE71 LLT?

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What year was DE71 LLT registered?

DE71 LLT is a 2021 Kia Rio, first registered on 28 October 2021.

Is DE71 LLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE71 LLT shows 3 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.

Does DE71 LLT have outstanding finance?

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