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YC62 OCV

2012 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

93,197 mi
Last recorded93,197 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 OCV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 93,197 miles

Front subframe corroded

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2025 93,119 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front subframe corroded

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 83,140 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 68,789 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 68,785 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2023 68,774 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 55,460 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 47,787 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 46,254 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 42,029 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 37,811 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 33,761 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 29,422 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 22,500 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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YC62 OCV is a 2012 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YC62 OCV, 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 YC62 OCV registered?

YC62 OCV is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is YC62 OCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC62 OCV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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