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RJ16 SYW

2016 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,996 mi
Last recorded70,996 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Rio37,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ16 SYW
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 70,996 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm Inner Edge, 205-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On The Limit 1.6mm Inner Edge, 205-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Axle Corroded.

Pass 16 Jul 2025 62,938 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 55,095 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 48,415 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 48,415 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 42,505 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 37,088 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 32,577 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 27,731 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (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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RJ16 SYW is a 2016 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 RJ16 SYW, 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 RJ16 SYW registered?

RJ16 SYW is a 2016 Kia Rio, first registered on 24 June 2016.

Is RJ16 SYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ16 SYW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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