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EJ17 FEU

2017 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,611 mi
Last recorded81,611 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Rio35,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ17 FEU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 81,611 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 71,765 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2024 71,765 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 58,698 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2023 58,698 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 39,636 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 20,646 miles
Pass 28 Jun 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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EJ17 FEU is a 2017 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 EJ17 FEU, 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.

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What year was EJ17 FEU registered?

EJ17 FEU is a 2017 Kia Rio, first registered on 6 July 2017.

Is EJ17 FEU safe to buy?

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