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FP61 VRU

2011 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,864 mi
Last recorded71,864 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Rio54,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP61 VRU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 71,864 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 70,533 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 68,701 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 66,622 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 63,562 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 59,834 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Nov 2019 54,445 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 50,590 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 50,588 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 45,893 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 42,656 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 42,655 miles

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 39,208 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 32,055 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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FP61 VRU is a 2011 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FP61 VRU, 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 FP61 VRU registered?

FP61 VRU is a 2011 Kia Rio, first registered on 21 December 2011.

Is FP61 VRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP61 VRU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP61 VRU have outstanding finance?

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