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2015 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · GJ15 LLF

GJ15 LLF

2015 KIA RIO (1.2L, petrol). First registered 08 Apr 2015. Recorded mileage 85,913 miles. MOT valid until 06 Apr 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
KIA RIO
Year / Origin
2015 · Maidstone
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 06 Apr 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
85,913 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 06 Apr 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2015
Engine
1248cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness with a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on 28 March 2026 at 85,913 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This follows a five-year trend of passing without any failures, indicating that the previous owners have maintained the vehicle effectively and addressed any emerging mechanical issues before they reached a failure threshold. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for an eleven-year-old car, averaging approximately 7,800 miles per year. Between the April 2022 test at 62,710 miles and the March 2026 test at 85,913 miles, the vehicle covered 23,203 miles at a steady rate of roughly 5,700 miles annually. This low annual mileage suggests light urban use, which typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and clutch compared to high-stress engine cycles associated with high-mileage motorway driving. Because the record shows no recurring advisories regarding suspension bushes, brake components, or structural corrosion, a physical inspection should still focus on age-related degradation rather than documented neglect. A buyer should check the rubber components in the suspension for cracking, as low-mileage vehicles can sometimes suffer from perish rot. Given the age, verify the brake fluid for moisture content and inspect the underside for any surface rust that may have developed despite the clean test history.
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GJ15 LLF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/03/2026
  • 85,913 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

GJ15 LLF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 28 Sept 2026, 12:10
MOT Analysis

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 (GJ15 LLF) between April 2022 and March 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 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.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

GJ15 LLF Mileage History

  1. 07/04/202262,710 mi
  2. 04/04/202371,588 mi+8,878 mi
  3. 21/03/202478,480 mi+6,892 mi
  4. 02/04/202582,623 mi+4,143 mi
  5. 28/03/202685,913 mi+3,290 mi

Average of roughly 5,840 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
78
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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CERTIFICATE OF DESTRUCTION

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