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YD62 NVW

2012 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

100,270 mi
Last recorded100,270 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD62 NVW
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 100,270 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2025 100,265 miles

Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2024 94,890 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2024 74,653 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 89,114 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 83,676 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 78,498 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 73,928 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 68,688 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 60,837 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 52,680 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 42,063 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 42,063 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 32,500 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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YD62 NVW is a 2012 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,120cc diesel 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 YD62 NVW, 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 YD62 NVW registered?

YD62 NVW is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is YD62 NVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD62 NVW 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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