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W54 HEC

2011 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

70,788 mi
Last recorded70,788 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Rio54,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW54 HEC
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 70,788 miles

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER SILL WEAK (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned SUSPECT INNERTUBE FITTED (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test FLOOR MAT SLIP HAZARD ()

Pass 21 Jan 2025 69,019 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe has slight damage (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded both N/S&O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 66,726 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both N/S&O/S, Wearing thin (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both N/S&O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear brake squeals whilst roller tested

Pass 1 Feb 2023 63,724 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 60,566 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 60,491 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 56,403 miles

Rear Exhaust flange corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2020 52,741 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2019 46,842 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 41,599 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 35,751 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 29,588 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 23,736 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 16,898 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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W54 HEC is a 2011 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 54,636 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 W54 HEC, 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 15 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W54 HEC registered?

W54 HEC is a 2011 Kia Rio, first registered on 23 March 2011.

Is W54 HEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W54 HEC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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