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VN62 ZLO

2012 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,678 mi
Last recorded111,678 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN62 ZLO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 111,678 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2023 111,678 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 102,042 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 92,605 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on edge

Fail 27 Sep 2021 92,222 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Offside Front tyre worn on edge

Pass 29 Sep 2020 81,743 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 73,433 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 59,523 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 59,523 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front wipers ripped / worn. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 46,688 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 30,696 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 17,731 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 ZLO is a 2012 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VN62 ZLO, 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 VN62 ZLO registered?

VN62 ZLO is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 November 2012.

Is VN62 ZLO safe to buy?

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