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WJ62 YXG

2012 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

99,322 mi
Last recorded99,322 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ62 YXG
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 99,322 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Nov 2025 99,322 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 May 2024 97,502 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2023 89,349 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2022 87,123 miles

both rear tyres are worn

Pass 19 Aug 2021 82,188 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 82,188 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 76,901 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 71,851 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 62,568 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 53,525 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 30 Aug 2017 53,525 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 44,603 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 44,603 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 36,582 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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WJ62 YXG is a 2012 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WJ62 YXG, 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 WJ62 YXG registered?

WJ62 YXG is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 October 2012.

Is WJ62 YXG safe to buy?

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