KIA RIO MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

27.6%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old KIA RIO vehicles
Based on 204,525 MOT tests
0.5pp below the UK average (28%)

KIA RIO in this age bracket has a 27.6% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: lamps & electrics and brakes.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old KIA RIO are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 4.6%
Brakes 3.4%
Tyres 3.3%
Suspension 3.1%
Visibility 2.7%
Steering 1.1%
Body & Chassis 0.5%

How Does This Compare?

KIA RIO MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 7.0% 15,406 Tyres
3-5 years 14.0% 76,809 Visibility
6-10 years 27.6% 204,525 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 43.2% 104,173 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 50.6% 12,688 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 6-10 year old KIA RIO reliable?

6-10-year-old KIA RIO vehicles have a 27.6% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old KIA RIO?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 4.6% failure risk
  • Brakes — 3.4% failure risk
  • Tyres — 3.3% failure risk

How can I prepare my KIA RIO for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old KIA RIO, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other KIA RIO Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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