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NX66 GVK

2016 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

143,994 mi
Last recorded143,994 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Rio37,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX66 GVK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 143,994 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 132,743 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 132,743 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2023 118,894 miles

front sub frame and rear axle surface rust

nearside and offside front lower suspension arm rear bushes splitting slightly

Fail 31 Aug 2023 118,894 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn rear inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

front sub frame and rear axle surface rust

nearside and offside front lower suspension arm rear bushes splitting slightly

Pass 25 Aug 2022 94,833 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 70,634 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 64,101 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front wipers poor but enough to clean windscreen

Pass 27 Aug 2019 55,660 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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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NX66 GVK is a 2016 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,591cc 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 NX66 GVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NX66 GVK registered?

NX66 GVK is a 2016 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 September 2016.

Is NX66 GVK safe to buy?

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