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RNZ 7965

2012 Kia Rio 1

Black Other 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

48,029 mi
Last recorded48,029 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNZ 7965
MakeKia
ModelRio 1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 48,029 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2025 47,873 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 45,907 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2024 45,872 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 42,866 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 42,061 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 39,006 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 35,704 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 32,086 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Rio 1?

Based on 3,750 MOT tests across 777 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
5,715
Miles/Year
777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1
Stop lamp not working NONE WORKING POSSIBLE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH 1
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RNZ 7965 is a 2012 Kia Rio 1 in Black with a 1,248cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Kia Rio 1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RNZ 7965, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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How do I check the history of RNZ 7965?

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What year was RNZ 7965 registered?

RNZ 7965 is a 2012 Kia Rio 1, first registered on 1 August 2012.

Is RNZ 7965 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNZ 7965 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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