2012 KIA RIO 1.4L Petrol · NG61 FYO
2012 KIA RIO (1.4L, petrol). First registered 31 Jan 2012. Recorded mileage 121,136 miles. MOT valid until 03 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA RIO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,136 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NG61 FYO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/03/2026
- 121,136 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NG61 FYO 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 (NG61 FYO) between April 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 March 2026 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: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Steering (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: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”.
NG61 FYO Mileage History
- 05/04/202490,391 mi
- 11/03/2025103,259 mi+12,868 mi
- 18/03/2025103,642 mi+383 mi
- 05/03/2026120,850 mi+17,208 mi
- 12/03/2026121,136 mi+286 mi
Average of roughly 15,901 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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