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WJ12 JFA

2012 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

92,742 mi
Last recorded92,742 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 JFA
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 92,742 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 May 2025 80,664 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 77,687 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 72,954 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2022 68,242 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 61,782 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 56,754 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 50,969 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 42,694 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 33,608 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 23,852 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test items over 40mm in wiper sweep ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit under 3mm in centre (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit under 3mm in centre (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 16,128 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 14,469 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 14,469 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 JFA is a 2012 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol 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 WJ12 JFA, 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 JFA registered?

WJ12 JFA is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is WJ12 JFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ12 JFA 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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