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WP61 UVO

2012 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,699 mi
Last recorded115,699 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2021
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP61 UVO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2021 115,699 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2021 115,649 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 100,251 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

both rear brake disc backing plates corroded

subframe, exhaust system, vehicle underbody (rear) surface rust

Fail 10 Dec 2020 100,247 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

both rear brake disc backing plates corroded

subframe, exhaust system, vehicle underbody (rear) surface rust

Pass 29 Nov 2019 88,305 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 88,253 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 77,614 miles

nearside rear tyre low on tread 3.0/5.9/4.7mm

offside rear tyre low on tread 3.5/5.6/4.7mm

Pass 16 Nov 2017 66,903 miles

Nearside Front wheel damage to inner rim

Nearside Rear tyre worn out on inner edge (strongly adivice)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 55,751 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 46,891 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2014 37,963 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inside edge

offside front tyre wearing on inside edge

Fail 29 Dec 2014 37,937 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

nearside front tyre wearing on inside edge

offside front tyre wearing on inside edge

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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WP61 UVO is a 2012 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WP61 UVO, 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 WP61 UVO registered?

WP61 UVO is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is WP61 UVO safe to buy?

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