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GU18 UEM

2018 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,996 mi
Last recorded18,996 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Rio30,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU18 UEM
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 18,996 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 18,045 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 16,956 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 15,402 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 14,033 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 12,427 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 UEM is a 2018 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GU18 UEM, 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 UEM?

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What year was GU18 UEM registered?

GU18 UEM is a 2018 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 March 2018.

Is GU18 UEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU18 UEM shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GU18 UEM have outstanding finance?

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