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WG12 EJK

2012 Kia Rio

White Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

55,770 mi
Last recorded55,770 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG12 EJK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 55,770 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 54,928 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted slightly buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 52,709 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 47,252 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 44,056 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 35,403 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 31,700 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 28,119 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0-3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0-4.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 21,736 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2018 21,736 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 17,071 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has slight damage on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre has slight damage to inner edge

Pass 28 Jul 2016 13,656 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 10,413 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 9,747 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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WG12 EJK is a 2012 Kia Rio in White with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WG12 EJK, 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 WG12 EJK registered?

WG12 EJK is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 20 June 2012.

Is WG12 EJK safe to buy?

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