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GN16 YZT

2016 Kia Rio

White Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,120 mi
Last recorded79,120 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Rio37,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN16 YZT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 79,120 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 75,296 miles

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Feb 2025 75,277 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 71,577 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 66,284 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2023 66,284 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 58,694 miles

TPMS

Pass 18 Feb 2021 50,597 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2020 42,598 miles

Central Front TPMS lamp indicating that one or more of the tyre pressures is low.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Strongly advise, lipped at outer edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Strongly advise, wear down to 2mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Strongly advise, lipped at outer edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Strongly advise, wear down to 2mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 27,366 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (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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GN16 YZT is a 2016 Kia Rio in White with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GN16 YZT, 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 GN16 YZT registered?

GN16 YZT is a 2016 Kia Rio, first registered on 14 April 2016.

Is GN16 YZT safe to buy?

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