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RO16 PZS

2016 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,606 mi
Last recorded39,606 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Rio37,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO16 PZS
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 39,606 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 3 Mar 2026 39,606 miles

Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 37,409 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 35,387 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 32,779 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 29,824 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 26,966 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 25,164 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 21,626 miles

nsf indicator repeater lamp broken

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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RO16 PZS is a 2016 Kia Rio in Black 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 RO16 PZS, 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 RO16 PZS?

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What year was RO16 PZS registered?

RO16 PZS is a 2016 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is RO16 PZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO16 PZS 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.

Does RO16 PZS have outstanding finance?

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