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HJ21 NXT

2021 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

47,427 mi
Last recorded47,427 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio23,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ21 NXT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 47,427 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 47,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 28,632 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 11,154 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 11,154 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))

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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HJ21 NXT is a 2021 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HJ21 NXT, 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.

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What year was HJ21 NXT registered?

HJ21 NXT is a 2021 Kia Rio, first registered on 24 April 2021.

Is HJ21 NXT safe to buy?

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