2013 KIA RIO 1.4L Diesel · PV63 XYX
2013 KIA RIO (1.4L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 2013. Recorded mileage 85,575 miles. MOT expired on 09 Aug 2024. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- KIA RIO
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Carlisle
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Aug 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,575 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.
PV63 XYX Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 11/08/2023
- 85,575 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PV63 XYX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Kia Rio (PV63 XYX) between July 2022 and August 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 August 2023 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: Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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: “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))”; “Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))”; “Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
PV63 XYX Mileage History
- 01/07/202266,796 mi
- 28/07/202385,570 mi+18,774 mi
- 02/08/202385,573 mi+3 mi
- 11/08/202385,575 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 16,886 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Rio (UB)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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