2012 KIA RIO 1.4L Diesel · MT62 VBA
2012 KIA RIO (1.4L, diesel). First registered 14 Dec 2012. Recorded mileage 91,829 miles. MOT valid until 03 Nov 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- KIA RIO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,829 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial 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.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
MT62 VBA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 03/11/2025
- 91,829 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MT62 VBA 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 2012 Kia Rio (MT62 VBA) between September 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 ”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205 45 17 (5.2.3 (e))”.
MT62 VBA Mileage History
- 07/09/202370,148 mi
- 11/09/202370,222 mi+74 mi
- 04/09/202481,049 mi+10,827 mi
- 04/11/202481,232 mi+183 mi
- 03/11/202591,829 mi+10,597 mi
Average of roughly 10,049 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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