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YY71 GTU

2021 Kia Rio

Yellow Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,769 mi
Last recorded54,769 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio23,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY71 GTU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2021
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 54,769 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2026 54,764 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 53,070 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 40,122 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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YY71 GTU is a 2021 Kia Rio in Yellow with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2021 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 23,781 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 YY71 GTU, 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 5 years old, this Kia Rio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YY71 GTU registered?

YY71 GTU is a 2021 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 September 2021.

Is YY71 GTU safe to buy?

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