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YC12 XPB

2012 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,866 mi
Last recorded94,866 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2024 94,866 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 87,106 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 79,810 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 71,998 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 65,961 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 59,146 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 45,600 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 32,881 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 23,383 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 15,793 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 11,091 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 XPB 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 100%.

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 XPB, 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 YC12 XPB registered?

YC12 XPB is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is YC12 XPB safe to buy?

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