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DR04 YLE

2017 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,381 mi
Last recorded79,381 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Rio35,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDR04 YLE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 79,381 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 66,405 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 53,534 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 34,307 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 33,319 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 33,319 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 27,067 miles

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

front tyres on 3mm

Pass 7 Jul 2020 24,036 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 24,034 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2020

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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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DR04 YLE is a 2017 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DR04 YLE, 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

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What year was DR04 YLE registered?

DR04 YLE is a 2017 Kia Rio, first registered on 13 July 2017.

Is DR04 YLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DR04 YLE shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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