Kia Shuma II Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Kia Shuma II reliable? We analysed 12,297 real MOT tests across 1,171 vehicles to find out.
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The Kia Shuma II is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and parking brake recording little or no effort. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kia Shuma II.
Kia Shuma II Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kia Shuma II. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kia Shuma II MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kia Shuma II to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kia Shuma II Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kia Shuma II fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kia Shuma II Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kia Shuma II owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kia Shuma II MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kia Shuma II year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 973 | 70.7% | 34,204 | 50,148 | 72,696 |
| 2003 | 5,235 | 68.9% | 34,870 | 51,294 | 71,662 |
| 2002 | 6,084 | 67.5% | 40,106 | 57,198 | 77,258 |
How Long Does a Kia Shuma II Last?
Based on 1,171 Kia Shuma II vehicles on UK roads.
Kia Shuma II Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kia Shuma II MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Kia Shuma II
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
70.7% MOT pass rate from 973 tests
67.5% MOT pass rate from 6,084 tests
The best year to buy a used Kia Shuma II is 2004, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.7% across 973 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kia Shuma II Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Shuma II THIS CAR | 68.3% | 12,297 | 54,342 mi | 24 yrs |
| Kia Sportage | 80.4% | 2,634,551 | 53,679 mi | 26 yrs |
| Kia Picanto | 77.1% | 2,626,043 | 39,084 mi | 22 yrs |
| Kia Ceed | 76.1% | 1,665,385 | 60,630 mi | 19 yrs |
| Porsche 968 | 79% | 16,956 | 101,268 mi | 34 yrs |
Compared to the Kia Sportage (80.4% pass rate) and the Kia Picanto (77.1% pass rate), the Kia Shuma II trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Kia Shuma II has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.3% across 12,297 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Kia Shuma II are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (1,059 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (1,030), and parking brake recording little or no effort (688). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Kia Shuma II owner drives around 6,741 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Kia Shuma II models stay on UK roads for around 24 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.