2016 KIA RIO 1.4L Petrol · SW66 GGK
2016 KIA RIO (1.4L, petrol). First registered 14 Dec 2016. Recorded mileage 41,297 miles. MOT valid until 06 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- KIA RIO
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 41,297 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 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.
SW66 GGK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 06/03/2026
- 41,297 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SW66 GGK 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 2016 Kia Rio (SW66 GGK) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 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 (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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 Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))”; “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))”.
SW66 GGK Mileage History
- 06/03/202436,533 mi
- 06/03/202436,533 mi
- 27/02/202539,181 mi+2,648 mi
- 06/03/202641,297 mi+2,116 mi
- 06/03/202641,297 mi
Average of roughly 2,384 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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