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SP12 PVL

2012 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,876 mi
Last recorded56,876 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 PVL
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 56,876 miles

parking brake efficiency only just met suggesting adjustment or repair is necessary

Pass 14 May 2019 39,111 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 May 2019 39,111 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 25,330 miles

nearside rear tyre - rubber starting to perish inside tread pattern

offside front tyre - rubber starting to perish inside tread pattern

offside rear tyre - rubber starting to perish inside tread pattern

Pass 13 Apr 2017 20,772 miles

Nearside Rear tread cracking

Offside Front tread cracking

Offside Rear tread cracking

Fail 13 Apr 2017 20,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all tyres treads cracking

Pass 13 Apr 2016 14,958 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 12,207 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 10,751 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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SP12 PVL is a 2012 Kia Rio in White with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2012 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 57,620 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 SP12 PVL, 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 14 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SP12 PVL registered?

SP12 PVL is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 13 April 2012.

Is SP12 PVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP12 PVL 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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