Kia Shuma SX Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Kia Shuma SX reliable? We analysed 1,152 real MOT tests across 232 vehicles to find out.
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The Kia Shuma SX is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kia Shuma SX.
Kia Shuma SX Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kia Shuma SX. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kia Shuma SX MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kia Shuma SX to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kia Shuma SX Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kia Shuma SX fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kia Shuma SX Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kia Shuma SX owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kia Shuma SX MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kia Shuma SX year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 462 | 64.9% | 41,425 | 54,992 | 69,004 |
| 2000 | 350 | 64.9% | 53,573 | 67,821 | 87,546 |
| 1999 | 340 | 60.0% | 54,423 | 69,311 | 84,732 |
How Long Does a Kia Shuma SX Last?
Based on 232 Kia Shuma SX vehicles on UK roads.
Kia Shuma SX Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kia Shuma SX 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 SX
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
64.9% MOT pass rate from 350 tests
60.0% MOT pass rate from 340 tests
The best year to buy a used Kia Shuma SX is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 64.9% across 350 tests. The 1999 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.0% — 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 SX Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Shuma SX THIS CAR | 63.5% | 1,152 | 62,468 mi | 27 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 |
| Aprilia Atlantic 125 | 79.5% | 1,489 | 12,065 mi | 23 yrs |
Compared to the Kia Sportage (80.4% pass rate) and the Kia Picanto (77.1% pass rate), the Kia Shuma SX trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Kia Shuma SX has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.5% across 1,152 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Kia Shuma SX are brake pipe excessively corroded (145 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (137), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (95). 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 SX owner drives around 7,986 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 SX models stay on UK roads for around 27 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.