2021 KIA RIO 1.0L Petrol · CE21 LRK
2021 KIA RIO (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2021. Recorded mileage 54,649 miles. MOT valid until 11 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA RIO
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,649 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CE21 LRK Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2026
- 54,649 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CE21 LRK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Kia Rio (CE21 LRK) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
CE21 LRK Mileage History
- 13/07/202448,224 mi
- 10/07/202551,450 mi+3,226 mi
- 08/07/202654,649 mi+3,199 mi
Average of roughly 3,236 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Rio (Gen 4 / YB)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
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 is a solid buy for a budget-conscious used car buyer, with a clean MOT pass record across three years and no recorded failures. Budget for two front tyres soon, as the most recent test flagged both front tyres worn close to the legal limit.
Ask the seller for full service history to confirm the 1.0-litre petrol engine has been serviced on schedule, as no aggregate reliability data is available for this model and KIA's warranty may have expired. Use the front tyre wear flagged at the July 2026 MOT (Nearside Front 2.7mm, Offside Front 3.2mm) as a negotiation point — two new front tyres will be needed shortly and cost roughly £100-£140 fitted. Confirm the child seat noted on the rear belt at the last test has been removed so you can inspect the adult belt fully before purchase.
The 998cc petrol engine in this RIO is a small, efficient unit typically returning 50-55 mpg in mixed driving, keeping fuel costs modest for a car of this size. As a Euro 6 AP petrol it should fall in a low VED band (around £165 first year equivalent or standard rate for 2021 registrations), and insurance groups for the RIO 1.0 are generally low (circa group 7-10). Routine maintenance such as oil, filters and brakes is inexpensive at independent garages, and the only immediate upkeep is front tyres.
The July 2026 MOT noted Nearside Front tyre at 2.7mm and Offside Front at 3.2mm, both close to the 1.6mm legal limit and worn on the edge — inspect tread depth and sidewall condition, and check for uneven wear indicating tracking or suspension issues. The same test recorded a child seat fitted on the Nearside Rear preventing full inspection of the adult belt; verify the belt is present, undamaged and retracts properly with the seat removed. Otherwise, the three MOTs show no defects in 2024 and 2025, so a general check of brakes, lights and fluid levels should suffice given the clean history.
The 2021 KIA RIO (CE21LRK) is a 998cc Euro 6 petrol hatchback first registered in March 2021 and finished in red. Its MOT history shows three consecutive passes (2024, 2025, 2026) with no failures and only minor tyre wear advisories on the latest test at 54,649 miles. At just over five years old with under 55,000 miles, it presents as a well-maintained, low-risk used purchase.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the KIA RIO, so condition must be judged on this vehicle's individual history alone.
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