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PK16 TXF

2016 Kia Rio

Yellow Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,030 mi
Last recorded95,030 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Rio37,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK16 TXF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2016
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 95,030 miles

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

Nearside washer jet inop

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

Fail 31 Oct 2025 95,030 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside washer jet inop

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

Pass 5 Nov 2024 84,149 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 5 Nov 2024 84,149 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 73,318 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 61,477 miles

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

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 3 Nov 2021 51,126 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 40,262 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 23,059 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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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PK16 TXF is a 2016 Kia Rio in Yellow with a 1,248cc 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 PK16 TXF, 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

How do I check the history of PK16 TXF?

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What year was PK16 TXF registered?

PK16 TXF is a 2016 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is PK16 TXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK16 TXF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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