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EX71 USJ

2021 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,016 mi
Last recorded27,016 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio23,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX71 USJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 27,016 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread pattern of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2025 27,016 miles

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

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread pattern of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 21,388 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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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EX71 USJ is a 2021 Kia Rio in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EX71 USJ, 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 EX71 USJ registered?

EX71 USJ is a 2021 Kia Rio, first registered on 23 September 2021.

Is EX71 USJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX71 USJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX71 USJ have outstanding finance?

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