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VE12 UKK

2012 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

59,138 mi
Last recorded59,138 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE12 UKK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 59,138 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 59,138 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 51,952 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 51,952 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 38,218 miles

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)

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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VE12 UKK is a 2012 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 VE12 UKK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE12 UKK registered?

VE12 UKK is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 12 July 2012.

Is VE12 UKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE12 UKK shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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