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PL72 VWG

2023 Kia Rio

Yellow Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,687 mi
Last recorded29,687 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2023 Kia Rio20,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL72 VWG
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2023
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2026 29,687 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 27,558 miles

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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PL72 VWG is a 2023 Kia Rio in Yellow with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2023 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 20,115 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PL72 VWG, 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 3 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 PL72 VWG?

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What year was PL72 VWG registered?

PL72 VWG is a 2023 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 January 2023.

Is PL72 VWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL72 VWG shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PL72 VWG have outstanding finance?

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