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DG14 ZKZ

2014 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

78,542 mi
Last recorded78,542 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 Kia Rio48,162 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG14 ZKZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 78,542 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 74,694 miles

Nearside Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2024 74,691 miles

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

Nearside Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 68,234 miles

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

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2023 68,234 miles

Side repeater incorrect colour both sides front (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 61,030 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2022 61,030 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2021 54,881 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 48,153 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 41,221 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2019 41,221 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2018 35,247 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 23,715 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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DG14 ZKZ is a 2014 Kia Rio in White with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2014 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 48,162 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 DG14 ZKZ, 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 12 years old, this Kia Rio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DG14 ZKZ registered?

DG14 ZKZ is a 2014 Kia Rio, first registered on 18 March 2014.

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