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DS17 XAF

2017 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,778 mi
Last recorded95,778 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Rio35,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS17 XAF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 95,778 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 81,143 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 66,891 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 56,891 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 50,637 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 50,637 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 45,315 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 May 2020 37,512 miles
Pass 7 May 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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DS17 XAF is a 2017 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DS17 XAF, 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 DS17 XAF?

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What year was DS17 XAF registered?

DS17 XAF is a 2017 Kia Rio, first registered on 15 May 2017.

Is DS17 XAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS17 XAF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DS17 XAF have outstanding finance?

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