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YS61 HKZ

2012 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,934 mi
Last recorded19,934 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS61 HKZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 19,934 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 17,959 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 15,957 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 14,590 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 14,588 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 13,890 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 13,563 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 13,094 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 11,785 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 10,485 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 9,109 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 7,751 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 6,040 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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YS61 HKZ is a 2012 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YS61 HKZ, 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

How do I check the history of YS61 HKZ?

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What year was YS61 HKZ registered?

YS61 HKZ is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is YS61 HKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS61 HKZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YS61 HKZ have outstanding finance?

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