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YY12 TYK

2012 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,745 mi
Last recorded73,745 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY12 TYK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 14 Dec 2024 73,745 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 67,706 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 62,050 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 55,627 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 54,564 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 50,734 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 45,188 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 38,524 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 32,898 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 27,064 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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YY12 TYK is a 2012 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YY12 TYK, 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 YY12 TYK registered?

YY12 TYK is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 12 July 2012.

Is YY12 TYK safe to buy?

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