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FY71 UJT

2021 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,305 mi
Last recorded15,305 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio23,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY71 UJT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2021
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 15,305 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 9,461 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2025 9,461 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 8,974 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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FY71 UJT is a 2021 Kia Rio in Blue with a 998cc 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 FY71 UJT, 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

How do I check the history of FY71 UJT?

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What year was FY71 UJT registered?

FY71 UJT is a 2021 Kia Rio, first registered on 13 September 2021.

Is FY71 UJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY71 UJT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FY71 UJT have outstanding finance?

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