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WN62 ETZ

2012 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

46,718 mi
Last recorded46,718 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN62 ETZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 46,718 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2025 46,641 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 Emissions Plate value missing (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 44,727 miles

Offside Front outer sill damaged

Pass 28 Nov 2023 43,349 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2023 43,342 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values Level @ 4.52 (8.2.2.2 (f))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 52,031 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 50,501 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 40,441 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate value @ 0.52 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 38,922 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 36,084 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 33,417 miles

Front tyres on 2mm

Pass 26 Oct 2017 23,553 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 21,827 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 21,817 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 19,695 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Oct 2015 19,695 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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WN62 ETZ is a 2012 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 WN62 ETZ, 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

How do I check the history of WN62 ETZ?

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What year was WN62 ETZ registered?

WN62 ETZ is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 9 November 2012.

Is WN62 ETZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN62 ETZ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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