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GU18 DPF

2018 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,269 mi
Last recorded33,269 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Rio30,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU18 DPF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 33,269 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2026 33,225 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 30,387 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 26,492 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2024 26,486 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 24,024 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 24,024 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 21,032 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 18,656 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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GU18 DPF is a 2018 Kia Rio in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DPF, 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

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What year was GU18 DPF registered?

GU18 DPF is a 2018 Kia Rio, first registered on 16 March 2018.

Is GU18 DPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU18 DPF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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