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EFZ 6982

2011 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

142,329 mi
Last recorded142,329 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Rio54,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFZ 6982
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2025 142,329 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 129,843 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2023 129,841 miles

Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flex to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 125,445 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2023 125,398 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure Front exhaust hanger corroded and no longer attached (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (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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EFZ 6982 is a 2011 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2011 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 54,636 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 EFZ 6982, 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 15 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EFZ 6982 registered?

EFZ 6982 is a 2011 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is EFZ 6982 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFZ 6982 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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