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WP12 AVU

2012 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

28,572 mi
Last recorded28,572 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP12 AVU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 28,572 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 27,459 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 26,763 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 25,653 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 24,577 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 23,249 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 21,311 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 19,691 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 17,685 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 16,438 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 16,438 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 May 2015 14,266 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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WP12 AVU is a 2012 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 WP12 AVU, 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 WP12 AVU?

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What year was WP12 AVU registered?

WP12 AVU is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 8 June 2012.

Is WP12 AVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP12 AVU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WP12 AVU have outstanding finance?

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