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RV16 EEY

2016 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

82,254 mi
Last recorded82,254 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Rio37,459 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV16 EEY
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 82,254 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2025 82,254 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2024 73,150 miles

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

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

slight surface rust under vehicle

Pass 9 Nov 2023 65,141 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 65,015 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED fitted to main beam (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED fitted to main beam (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front dip beam bulb not secure

Pass 7 Nov 2022 55,622 miles

Offside drl inop

Pass 4 Nov 2021 41,314 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 41,314 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible dip beam (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible main beam (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible dip beam (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible main beam (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 29,138 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 29,138 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2019 19,095 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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RV16 EEY is a 2016 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 RV16 EEY, 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 RV16 EEY?

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What year was RV16 EEY registered?

RV16 EEY is a 2016 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is RV16 EEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV16 EEY shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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