Sinnis Qm Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Sinnis Qm reliable? We analysed 1,391 real MOT tests across 280 vehicles to find out.
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The Sinnis Qm is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Sinnis Qm.
Sinnis Qm Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Sinnis Qm. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Sinnis Qm MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Sinnis Qm to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Sinnis Qm Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Sinnis Qm models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Sinnis Qm Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Sinnis Qm owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Sinnis Qm MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Sinnis Qm year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 53 | 75.5% | 864 | 3,415 | 10,273 |
| 2017 | 235 | 78.7% | 2,202 | 5,105 | 8,869 |
| 2016 | 420 | 80.7% | 2,590 | 6,021 | 10,695 |
| 2015 | 609 | 82.3% | 2,837 | 5,620 | 9,679 |
How Long Does a Sinnis Qm Last?
Based on 280 Sinnis Qm vehicles on UK roads.
Sinnis Qm Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Sinnis Qm 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 Sinnis Qm
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.3% MOT pass rate from 609 tests
75.5% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
The best year to buy a used Sinnis Qm is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.3% across 609 tests. The 2018 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Sinnis Qm Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sinnis Qm THIS CAR | 80.4% | 1,391 | 5,813 mi | 11 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 |
| Volkswagen Bora Highline TDI 130 | 71.4% | 646 | 152,634 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 Qm outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Sinnis Qm has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.4% across 1,391 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
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 Qm 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 Qm owner drives around 485 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 Sinnis Qm models stay on UK roads for around 11 years. 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.