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SY62 VEB

2012 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

60,507 mi
Last recorded60,507 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY62 VEB
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 60,507 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 53,551 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 50,922 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle spring cups (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 42,781 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 40,240 miles

Clutch biting low

Corrosion on front subframe

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 11 Dec 2020 37,419 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 34,094 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2019 34,094 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 30,326 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 10,951 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 21,097 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 14,547 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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SY62 VEB is a 2012 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SY62 VEB, 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 SY62 VEB registered?

SY62 VEB is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is SY62 VEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY62 VEB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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