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EX17 MDZ

2017 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,048 mi
Last recorded53,048 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Rio35,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX17 MDZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 53,048 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low and cuts close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 48,442 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 43,956 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 39,766 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 39,757 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2022 31,229 miles

engine cover and under body covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 5 Feb 2022 29,844 miles

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

Nearside 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))

Fail 5 Feb 2022 29,844 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside 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 27 Feb 2021 24,284 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 19,249 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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EX17 MDZ is a 2017 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EX17 MDZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EX17 MDZ?

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What year was EX17 MDZ registered?

EX17 MDZ is a 2017 Kia Rio, first registered on 4 March 2017.

Is EX17 MDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX17 MDZ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX17 MDZ have outstanding finance?

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