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VJI 26

2012 Kia Rio 1

Black Other 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,408 mi
Last recorded66,408 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJI 26
MakeKia
ModelRio 1
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2026 66,408 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 60,131 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 56,293 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 49,448 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 36,337 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 31,068 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 26,785 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Rio 1?

Based on 3,750 MOT tests across 777 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
5,715
Miles/Year
777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1
Stop lamp not working NONE WORKING POSSIBLE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH 1
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VJI 26 is a 2012 Kia Rio 1 in Black with a 1,248cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Kia Rio 1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VJI 26, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was VJI 26 registered?

VJI 26 is a 2012 Kia Rio 1, first registered on 8 August 2012.

Is VJI 26 safe to buy?

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