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YP12 UAU

2012 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

132,670 mi
Last recorded132,670 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP12 UAU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 132,670 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2026 132,670 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 121,903 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 111,329 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2023 102,242 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 91,759 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 80,062 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 67,440 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 67,440 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 61,611 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 55,240 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 43,705 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 30,039 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2015 30,038 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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 UAU is a 2012 Kia Rio in Grey 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 YP12 UAU, 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 UAU registered?

YP12 UAU is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 11 July 2012.

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