2021 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · SP71 VBO
2021 KIA RIO (1.2L, petrol). First registered 18 Sept 2021. Recorded mileage 22,540 miles. MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA RIO
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 22,540 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SP71 VBO Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/08/2026
- 22,540 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SP71 VBO 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 2021 Kia Rio (SP71 VBO) between September 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.
SP71 VBO Mileage History
- 16/09/202411,565 mi
- 10/09/202517,375 mi+5,810 mi
- 10/09/202517,375 mi
- 28/08/202622,540 mi+5,165 mi
Average of roughly 5,638 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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