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SM16 DXW

2016 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,631 mi
Last recorded48,631 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Rio37,459 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM16 DXW
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 48,631 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NEARING MIN IN PLACES ALSO WORN ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened AT REAR AXLE SPRING CUPS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 44,316 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Dec 2024 44,314 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened CORRODED ON INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened CORRODED ON INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 40,831 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front at brake calipers (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 37,027 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 32,397 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

yellow tpms light on dashboard

Pass 21 Dec 2020 27,602 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 21,638 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

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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SM16 DXW is a 2016 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SM16 DXW, 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

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What year was SM16 DXW registered?

SM16 DXW is a 2016 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 August 2016.

Is SM16 DXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM16 DXW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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