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LG16 EJD

2016 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,996 mi
Last recorded92,996 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Rio37,459 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG16 EJD
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 92,996 miles

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

Nearside Rear peice of metal in tread recomend change tyre 250 45x17

Fail 20 Mar 2026 92,925 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear peice of metal in tread recomend change tyre 250 45x17

Pass 19 Mar 2025 85,305 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 75,945 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 66,486 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 58,945 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 50,397 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 46,429 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 35,847 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2019 35,847 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (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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LG16 EJD is a 2016 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LG16 EJD, 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 LG16 EJD registered?

LG16 EJD is a 2016 Kia Rio, first registered on 24 March 2016.

Is LG16 EJD safe to buy?

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