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VX16 VKZ

2016 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,775 mi
Last recorded19,775 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Rio37,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX16 VKZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 30 Jan 2026 19,775 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 17,432 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 16,317 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 15,249 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 13,940 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 12,810 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 11,775 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 9,378 miles

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

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

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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VX16 VKZ is a 2016 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 37,459 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 VX16 VKZ, 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 10 years old, this Kia Rio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX16 VKZ registered?

VX16 VKZ is a 2016 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is VX16 VKZ safe to buy?

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Does VX16 VKZ have outstanding finance?

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