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DF21 YNJ

2021 Kia Rio

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,120 mi
Last recorded48,120 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio23,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF21 YNJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2021
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 48,120 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 40,444 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 40,444 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2024 35,465 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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DF21 YNJ is a 2021 Kia Rio in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DF21 YNJ, 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 DF21 YNJ?

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What year was DF21 YNJ registered?

DF21 YNJ is a 2021 Kia Rio, first registered on 9 June 2021.

Is DF21 YNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF21 YNJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF21 YNJ have outstanding finance?

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