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WV12 NBX

2012 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

91,672 mi
Last recorded91,672 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV12 NBX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 91,672 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 86,921 miles

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 81,384 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2024 81,384 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished and low (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2x front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 75,961 miles

exaust corroded

rear brake back plates corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2022 70,344 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 64,370 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2020 57,794 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 53,721 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 51,002 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 44,410 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 35,928 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 27,638 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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WV12 NBX is a 2012 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WV12 NBX, 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 WV12 NBX registered?

WV12 NBX is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is WV12 NBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV12 NBX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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