2015 KIA RIO 1.4L Petrol · CA15 BJE
2015 KIA RIO (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 May 2015. Recorded mileage 62,286 miles. MOT valid until 25 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- KIA RIO
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 62,286 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CA15 BJE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/07/2026
- 62,286 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CA15 BJE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Kia Rio (CA15 BJE) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
CA15 BJE Mileage History
- 25/07/202254,348 mi
- 18/07/202355,978 mi+1,630 mi
- 09/07/202458,600 mi+2,622 mi
- 16/07/202561,343 mi+2,743 mi
- 10/07/202662,286 mi+943 mi
Average of roughly 2,005 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Rio (UB)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Our Verdict
This 2015 KIA RIO (CA15BJE) is a sensible used buy with a clean recent MOT record and modest mileage for its age. The only caution is a recurring pattern of brake pipe corrosion noted across several years, which should be monitored but has not caused any failures.
When viewing CA15BJE, ask for service history to confirm routine maintenance such as timing chain checks and brake fluid changes, as the MOT advisories hint at age-related wear rather than neglect. Use the noted brake pipe corrosion from 2023 and 2024 MOTs as a negotiation point — request proof they were treated or cleaned, or budget around £100-£200 for inspection and protective treatment. Given the 2025 advisory on the offside front track rod end dust cover, verify the steering linkage was inspected at the recent 2026 test and consider a short test drive to feel for vague steering.
The 1396cc petrol engine in this Rio is economical for urban and motorway use, with real-world figures typically around 45-50 mpg for the model, keeping weekly fuel costs modest. As a 2015 petrol under 1.5 litres it should fall in a low VED band (roughly £20-£35 annually) and a low insurance group, making it cheap to tax and cover. Estimated annual running costs including fuel, tax, insurance and routine maintenance are around £800-£1,000 based on the low mileage and small engine.
Focus on the brake pipes, as MOT records from 2023 (nearside rear and offside front) and 2024 (front and rear both sides) show corrosion covered in grease — check for fresh rust or weeping fluid and ensure they are sound ahead of the next test. Inspect the offside front track rod end dust cover noted as damaged at the 2025 MOT; confirm it was addressed at the 2026 pass or that the joint remains clean and free of play. Look at the rear exhaust joint where a minor gas leak was advised in 2022 and examine the osr tyre for the cracking previously noted, even though neither appeared in 2026 results.
The red 1.4-litre petrol Rio first registered in May 2015 has covered 62,286 miles as of its latest MOT on 10 July 2026, which is below typical averages for an 11-year-old car. Its MOT history shows five consecutive passes with only minor advisories, including brake pipe corrosion and a 2022 minor exhaust leak that have not recurred as failures. No aggregate model reliability data is available, but this individual example's record suggests careful use and reasonable upkeep.
No aggregate MOT data is available for the KIA RIO, so reliability assessment is limited to this vehicle's individual history of consistent passes.
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