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FL16 UWD

2016 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

117,405 mi
Last recorded117,405 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Rio37,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL16 UWD
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 117,405 miles

Rear axle slightly corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2024 107,257 miles

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

Suspension slightly corroded but not seriously affecting its strength

Fail 23 Sep 2024 107,257 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension slightly corroded but not seriously affecting its strength

Pass 14 Jun 2024 104,481 miles

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

Suspension slightly corroded but not seriously affecting its strength

Fail 14 Jun 2024 104,481 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Suspension slightly corroded but not seriously affecting its strength

Pass 15 Jun 2023 95,562 miles

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

Suspension slightly corroded but not seriously affecting its strength

Fail 3 Jun 2023 95,483 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Suspension slightly corroded but not seriously affecting its strength

Pass 2 Nov 2022 94,146 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 92,081 miles

O/S/R bumper damaged

Pass 27 Jan 2021 80,614 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 65,526 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2020 65,526 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2019 37,990 miles

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

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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FL16 UWD is a 2016 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2016 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 37,459 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 FL16 UWD, 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 10 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 FL16 UWD registered?

FL16 UWD is a 2016 Kia Rio, first registered on 21 March 2016.

Is FL16 UWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL16 UWD shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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