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KP16 YMU

2016 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,773 mi
Last recorded58,773 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Rio37,459 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP16 YMU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 58,773 miles

Device removed from DLC connector to allow connection to emissions analyser and then refitted

Fail 15 Sep 2025 58,773 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))

Device removed from DLC connector to allow connection to emissions analyser and then refitted

Pass 5 Sep 2024 50,898 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2024 50,898 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 43,382 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022 36,383 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge.. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 29,782 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 24,511 miles

Front wipers smearing slightly.

Small chips at centre lower of front screen.

Pass 20 May 2019 16,209 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly feathered on inner edge of tyre 205/45/17 w xl (5.2.3 (e))

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

rear wiper slightly split

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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KP16 YMU is a 2016 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KP16 YMU, 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.

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What year was KP16 YMU registered?

KP16 YMU is a 2016 Kia Rio, first registered on 20 May 2016.

Is KP16 YMU safe to buy?

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