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EA21 UKX

2021 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,737 mi
Last recorded33,737 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio23,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA21 UKX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2021
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 33,737 miles

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 22 Jul 2025 27,556 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2025 27,556 miles

Offside Front Daytime running lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 20,157 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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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EA21 UKX is a 2021 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2021 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 23,781 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 EA21 UKX, 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 5 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 EA21 UKX?

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What year was EA21 UKX registered?

EA21 UKX is a 2021 Kia Rio, first registered on 5 August 2021.

Is EA21 UKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA21 UKX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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