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YC12 PBF

2012 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

69,827 mi
Last recorded69,827 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2024
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 PBF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2024 69,827 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2023 61,419 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive weep from oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 55,549 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 48,946 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 43,516 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 42,649 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 40,486 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 38,351 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 38,351 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 34,438 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 24,871 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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YC12 PBF is a 2012 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YC12 PBF, 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 YC12 PBF?

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What year was YC12 PBF registered?

YC12 PBF is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 16 April 2012.

Is YC12 PBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 PBF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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