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YP12 TZT

2012 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

113,121 mi
Last recorded113,121 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP12 TZT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 113,121 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 113,117 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 13 May 2025 105,638 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 105,637 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2024 97,690 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 May 2023 87,853 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 79,356 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 69,575 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 68,208 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 61,287 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 52,794 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 43,279 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 34,751 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 26,076 miles

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

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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YP12 TZT is a 2012 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YP12 TZT, 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 YP12 TZT registered?

YP12 TZT is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is YP12 TZT safe to buy?

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