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GU18 DMZ

2018 Kia Rio

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,020 mi
Last recorded38,020 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Rio30,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU18 DMZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 38,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/45R17 88V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre multiple Nail 205/45R17 88V ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides 205/45R17 88V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 205/45R17 88V (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 33,878 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 29,304 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 25,113 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing X2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 20,969 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge slightly (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2022 20,969 miles

Offside Front fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge slightly (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 17,225 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Rear bumper damaged, lamp has been pushed behind bumper and retaining clips are damaged. (4.7.1 (b) (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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GU18 DMZ is a 2018 Kia Rio in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 30,681 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 GU18 DMZ, 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 8 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 GU18 DMZ?

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What year was GU18 DMZ registered?

GU18 DMZ is a 2018 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is GU18 DMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU18 DMZ shows 7 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.

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