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SM68 TVE

2018 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,491 mi
Last recorded37,491 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Rio30,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM68 TVE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2025 37,491 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 27,923 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 19,812 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 18,697 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 13,472 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 9,847 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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SM68 TVE is a 2018 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 30,681 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 SM68 TVE, 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 8 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 SM68 TVE?

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What year was SM68 TVE registered?

SM68 TVE is a 2018 Kia Rio, first registered on 19 September 2018.

Is SM68 TVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM68 TVE shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM68 TVE have outstanding finance?

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