2021 KIA RIO 1.0L Petrol · KW21 MFX
2021 KIA RIO (1.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Mar 2021. Recorded mileage 87,380 miles. MOT expired on 08 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA RIO
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,380 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KW21 MFX Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 08/04/2026
- 87,380 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KW21 MFX 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 (KW21 MFX) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 April 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
KW21 MFX Mileage History
- 09/04/202444,535 mi
- 29/03/202569,220 mi+24,685 mi
- 08/04/202687,380 mi+18,160 mi
Average of roughly 21,466 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Rio (Gen 4 / YB)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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