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DXZ 3843

2012 Kia Rio 1

Silver Other 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

96,958 mi
Last recorded96,958 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXZ 3843
MakeKia
ModelRio 1
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2025 96,958 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2025 96,809 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 88,813 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 77,885 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 77,690 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 69,642 miles
Fail 14 May 2022 69,533 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 54,611 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 43,153 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 31,897 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Rio 1?

Based on 3,750 MOT tests across 777 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
5,715
Miles/Year
777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1
Stop lamp not working NONE WORKING POSSIBLE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH 1
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DXZ 3843 is a 2012 Kia Rio 1 in Silver with a 1,248cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

The most common reason a Kia Rio 1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DXZ 3843, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DXZ 3843?

You can check the full history of DXZ 3843 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DXZ 3843 registered?

DXZ 3843 is a 2012 Kia Rio 1, first registered on 21 August 2012.

Is DXZ 3843 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXZ 3843 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DXZ 3843 have outstanding finance?

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