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NJ21 SYT

2021 Kia Rio 3 MHEV

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,284 mi
Last recorded38,284 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio 3 MHEV22,231 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ21 SYT
MakeKia
ModelRio 3 MHEV
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine998cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 38,284 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 35,424 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 Apr 2025 35,424 miles

Offside Rear 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))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened also signs of previous binding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Apr 2024 28,340 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

How Reliable is the Kia Rio 3 MHEV?

Based on 2,565 MOT tests across 1,240 vehicles.

91.4%
Pass Rate
5,937
Miles/Year
1,240
On UK Roads
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NJ21 SYT is a 2021 Kia Rio 3 MHEV in Black with a 998cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2021 Kia Rio 3 MHEV models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 22,231 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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What year was NJ21 SYT registered?

NJ21 SYT is a 2021 Kia Rio 3 MHEV, first registered on 7 May 2021.

Is NJ21 SYT safe to buy?

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