CarVerify

Free Car Check

HEZ 2250

2006 Kia Rio LX

Red Other 1399cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

93,763 mi
Last recorded93,763 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2025
4 checks still locked for this Kia
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEZ 2250
MakeKia
ModelRio LX
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,399cc
View full Kia Rio LX reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2025 93,763 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 93,727 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2025 93,689 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 75,695 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2024 75,287 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 69,376 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 69,182 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 63,378 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2022 63,326 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 53,466 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 48,862 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 46,242 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 43,274 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Rio LX?

Based on 415 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
7,394
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 35
Brake pipe excessively corroded 23
wheel bearing rough when rotated 17
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Full Kia Rio LX reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HEZ 2250 is a 2006 Kia Rio LX in Red with a 1,399cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

The most common reason a Kia Rio LX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HEZ 2250, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio LX typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 20 years old, this Kia Rio LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HEZ 2250?

You can check the full history of HEZ 2250 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HEZ 2250 registered?

HEZ 2250 is a 2006 Kia Rio LX, first registered on 15 March 2006.

Is HEZ 2250 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEZ 2250 shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HEZ 2250 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HEZ 2250. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.