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WM12 LVN

2012 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

99,307 mi
Last recorded99,307 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM12 LVN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 99,307 miles

Front wishbones corroded

Front subframe corroded

Front wipers judder and smear

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 94,682 miles

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

NS washer jet weak

Fail 2 Dec 2024 94,677 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

NS washer jet weak

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 87,493 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 81,400 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2022 81,400 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 74,866 miles

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slight juddering (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 71,140 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 71,140 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 67,920 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 67,919 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (185/65/15) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective SPLIT (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 60,019 miles

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

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

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Aug 2018 60,018 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 50,636 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 41,396 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 41,394 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm, WORN HEAVILY INNER EDGE (185/65/15) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm, WORN INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 31,962 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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WM12 LVN is a 2012 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 WM12 LVN, 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.

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What year was WM12 LVN registered?

WM12 LVN is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is WM12 LVN safe to buy?

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