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EJ70 DPX

2021 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,547 mi
Last recorded61,547 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio23,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ70 DPX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2021
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 61,547 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2025 45,573 miles

Nearside Front Passenger washer jet blocked

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jan 2025 45,572 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Front disc lipped, from bear metal on brake pad (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Coolant tank empty

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pad at 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Passenger washer jet blocked

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 31,383 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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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EJ70 DPX is a 2021 Kia Rio in White 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 EJ70 DPX, 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

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What year was EJ70 DPX registered?

EJ70 DPX is a 2021 Kia Rio, first registered on 13 January 2021.

Is EJ70 DPX safe to buy?

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