2021 KIA RIO 1.2L Petrol · X19 RBF
2021 KIA RIO (1.2L, petrol). First registered 29 Oct 2021. Recorded mileage 34,756 miles. MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA RIO
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 34,756 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X19 RBF Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/09/2026
- 34,756 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X19 RBF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Kia Rio (X19 RBF) between November 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
X19 RBF Mileage History
- 20/11/202419,570 mi
- 01/10/202525,773 mi+6,203 mi
- 25/09/202634,756 mi+8,983 mi
Average of roughly 8,229 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Rio (Gen 4 / YB)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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