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VN62 RKK

2012 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,850 mi
Last recorded85,850 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN62 RKK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 85,850 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 82,172 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 81,282 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 80,448 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 80,448 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021 80,078 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 71,925 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 54,239 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 54,239 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 40,219 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 23,735 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 13,446 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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VN62 RKK is a 2012 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VN62 RKK, 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

How do I check the history of VN62 RKK?

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What year was VN62 RKK registered?

VN62 RKK is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is VN62 RKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN62 RKK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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