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DG17 ZFE

2017 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

38,227 mi
Last recorded38,227 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Rio35,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG17 ZFE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 38,227 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2026 38,227 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

oil low

Pass 19 Jun 2025 35,195 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2025 35,195 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2024 32,274 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2024 32,274 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 27,871 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2023 27,871 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Washer jet blocked. (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185 / 65 / 15. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 22,734 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2021 17,021 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 13,328 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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DG17 ZFE is a 2017 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2017 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 35,640 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 DG17 ZFE, 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 9 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 DG17 ZFE?

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What year was DG17 ZFE registered?

DG17 ZFE is a 2017 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 March 2017.

Is DG17 ZFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG17 ZFE shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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