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EJ61 BZC

2011 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,548 mi
Last recorded67,548 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Rio54,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ61 BZC
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 67,548 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 62,624 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Loose in mounting (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2024 62,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Bulge in inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tread area distorted, patches of tread below 1.6mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Loose in mounting (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 57,833 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 57,766 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 54,131 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 48,578 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 42,047 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Perished and leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 42,047 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Perished and leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2019 36,222 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 31,095 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 26,126 miles

front tyres perished

Pass 24 Oct 2016 22,449 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 17,581 miles

front wipers smearing

Pass 25 Oct 2014 11,022 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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EJ61 BZC is a 2011 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EJ61 BZC, 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 EJ61 BZC registered?

EJ61 BZC is a 2011 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 November 2011.

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