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DS18 UML

2018 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,713 mi
Last recorded52,713 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Rio30,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS18 UML
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 52,713 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2025 52,173 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 48,296 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 45,438 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 40,443 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 40,443 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 36,164 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Apr 2022 36,164 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2021 25,856 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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DS18 UML is a 2018 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 30,681 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 DS18 UML, 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 8 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 DS18 UML registered?

DS18 UML is a 2018 Kia Rio, first registered on 17 May 2018.

Is DS18 UML safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS18 UML shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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