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Sinnis Harrier Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Sinnis Harrier reliable? We analysed 594 real MOT tests across 205 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 594 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
73.6%
Typical Mileage
6,464mi
Annual Mileage
1,229mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Sinnis Harrier is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Sinnis Harrier.

Sinnis Harrier Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Sinnis Harrier. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Sinnis Harrier MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Sinnis Harrier to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

70.5%
2020
72.2%
2019
75.1%
2018
73.5%
2017

Sinnis Harrier Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Sinnis Harrier models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 11
Riders seat insecure 7

Sinnis Harrier Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Sinnis Harrier owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
447 mi/yr
Typical
1,229 mi/yr
Average
1,552 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,249 mi/yr

Sinnis Harrier MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Sinnis Harrier year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 105 70.5% 3,319 5,700 8,385
2019 126 72.2% 3,105 5,196 7,767
2018 185 75.1% 3,323 5,982 9,577
2017 98 73.5% 5,594 7,855 12,097

How Long Does a Sinnis Harrier Last?

Based on 205 Sinnis Harrier vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.3 years
Median
4.0 years

Sinnis Harrier Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Sinnis Harrier MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
6,464 mi
75th Percentile
9,438 mi
95th Percentile
15,723 mi
Max Recorded
86,155 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Sinnis Harrier

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2018

75.1% MOT pass rate from 185 tests

Year to avoid
2020

70.5% MOT pass rate from 105 tests

The best year to buy a used Sinnis Harrier is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.1% across 185 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Sinnis Harrier Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Sinnis Harrier THIS CAR 73.6% 594 6,464 mi — yrs
Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain 76.2% 3,119 8,448 mi — yrs
Sinnis ZS 125-79 Hoodlum 74.1% 2,419 5,439 mi — yrs
Sinnis Xf 73.9% 2,293 5,743 mi 13 yrs
Citroen Berlingo 1000DVR Pro Bhdi Ss A 85.9% 276 44,132 mi — yrs

Compared to the Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain (76.2% pass rate) and the Sinnis ZS 125-79 Hoodlum (74.1% pass rate), the Sinnis Harrier trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Sinnis Harrier?

The Sinnis Harrier has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.6% across 594 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Sinnis Harrier with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Sinnis Harrier owner drives around 1,229 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.

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.

Sinnis Harrier — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Sinnis Harrier reliable?
Based on 594 MOT tests, the Sinnis Harrier has a 73.6% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Sinnis Harrier?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Sinnis Harrier do per year?
The typical Sinnis Harrier does around 1,229 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Sinnis Harrier last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Sinnis Harrier?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Sinnis Harrier?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Sinnis Harrier is 2018 with a 75.1% pass rate across 185 tests.