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WM12 NTL

2012 Kia Rio

White Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

72,739 mi
Last recorded72,739 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM12 NTL
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 72,739 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine covers fitted.

Fail 13 Jul 2019 72,739 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine covers fitted.

Pass 20 Jun 2018 57,344 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine covers fitted.

under trays fitted.

Fail 20 Jun 2018 57,344 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine covers fitted.

under trays fitted.

Pass 17 Jun 2017 51,144 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine covers fitted.

Pass 9 Jul 2016 40,738 miles

engine covers fitted.

tow bar not fitted.

Fail 9 Jul 2016 40,738 miles

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

engine covers fitted.

tow bar not fitted.

Pass 16 Jul 2015 28,208 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

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 NTL is a 2012 Kia Rio in White with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 NTL, 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 WM12 NTL registered?

WM12 NTL is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is WM12 NTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM12 NTL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WM12 NTL have outstanding finance?

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