21 Model Years Analyzed
Kia Rio
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (2001-2021), based on 121,121 DVSA recorded tests.
80.1%
Average Pass Rate
21
Model Years
121k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2014 Kia Rio MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
73 tests
3,364 tests
5,247 tests
6,363 tests
9,126 tests
10,284 tests
13,429 tests
13,831 tests
13,165 tests
12,086 tests
9,763 tests
8,841 tests
7,016 tests
3,196 tests
1,906 tests
1,555 tests
865 tests
503 tests
303 tests
166 tests
39 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 2A tyre seriously damaged
- 3a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
- 4A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 5Brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Kia Rio?
The Kia Rio has an average 80.1% MOT pass rate across model years 2001 to 2021, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kia Rio?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Kia Rio across all years are: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Kia Rio year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Kia Rio model years.