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YT12 TVD

2012 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

74,579 mi
Last recorded74,579 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT12 TVD
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 74,579 miles

Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 65,958 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2021 65,958 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 58,011 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 47,366 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 42,221 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 39,158 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 33,640 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 26,678 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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YT12 TVD is a 2012 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YT12 TVD, 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 YT12 TVD?

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What year was YT12 TVD registered?

YT12 TVD is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 7 June 2012.

Is YT12 TVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT12 TVD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YT12 TVD have outstanding finance?

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