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YY10 MDN

2010 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

85,990 mi
Last recorded85,990 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 Kia Rio56,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY10 MDN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 85,990 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 85,986 miles

Central Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively worn not clearing (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% off side binding, severe (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front Cracked, in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2023 81,621 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded edges, particularly, inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

General corrosion, front suspension components, but servicable

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front / rear pipes, at securing clamps starting to corrode, safe to use (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated requires adjustment (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 27 Apr 2023 81,620 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Seat belt missing rear seats folded (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded edges, particularly, inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

General corrosion, front suspension components, but servicable

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front / rear pipes, at securing clamps starting to corrode, safe to use (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated requires adjustment (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 76,041 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2021 76,036 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 74,850 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Jun 2019 74,850 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 63,379 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 55,768 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 49,207 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 37,102 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 26,594 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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YY10 MDN is a 2010 Kia Rio in White with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2010 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 56,182 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YY10 MDN, 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 16 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YY10 MDN is a 2010 Kia Rio, first registered on 24 May 2010.

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