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YT61 PVJ

2011 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,234 mi
Last recorded77,234 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Rio54,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT61 PVJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 77,234 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light side repeater in mirror (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 71,033 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 65,206 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 59,123 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 52,724 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 51,375 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 49,131 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 45,468 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 41,950 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 38,359 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Oct 2016 38,359 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 31,486 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 24,371 miles

nearside rear shock absorber noisy

Fail 29 Sep 2014 24,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside rear shock absorber noisy

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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YT61 PVJ is a 2011 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 54,636 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 YT61 PVJ, 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 15 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 YT61 PVJ registered?

YT61 PVJ is a 2011 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is YT61 PVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT61 PVJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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