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WJ12 DWG

2012 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,160 mi
Last recorded71,160 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 DWG
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 71,160 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2026 71,156 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 68,526 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 65,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 20 Mar 2024 65,227 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 62,059 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlight lens cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 59,075 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 55,734 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 52,316 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 46,044 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 40,036 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 33,835 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 26,814 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 26,814 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 19,160 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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WJ12 DWG is a 2012 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WJ12 DWG, 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 WJ12 DWG registered?

WJ12 DWG is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is WJ12 DWG safe to buy?

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