Sinnis Shuttle Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Sinnis Shuttle reliable? We analysed 2,066 real MOT tests across 603 vehicles to find out.
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The Sinnis Shuttle is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Sinnis Shuttle.
Sinnis Shuttle Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Sinnis Shuttle. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Sinnis Shuttle MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Sinnis Shuttle to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Sinnis Shuttle Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Sinnis Shuttle models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Sinnis Shuttle Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Sinnis Shuttle owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Sinnis Shuttle MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Sinnis Shuttle year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 290 | 81.4% | 3,840 | 6,144 | 9,418 |
| 2016 | 871 | 71.0% | 3,684 | 6,078 | 8,759 |
| 2015 | 791 | 73.1% | 3,250 | 5,851 | 8,650 |
| 2014 | 75 | 69.3% | 4,426 | 5,770 | 7,570 |
How Long Does a Sinnis Shuttle Last?
Based on 603 Sinnis Shuttle vehicles on UK roads.
Sinnis Shuttle Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Sinnis Shuttle 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 Shuttle
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
81.4% MOT pass rate from 290 tests
69.3% MOT pass rate from 75 tests
The best year to buy a used Sinnis Shuttle is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 81.4% across 290 tests. The 2014 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Sinnis Shuttle Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sinnis Shuttle THIS CAR | 73.3% | 2,066 | 5,974 mi | 12 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 |
| Hyundai Coupe S | 67.8% | 849 | 83,344 mi | 24 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 Shuttle trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Sinnis Shuttle has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.3% across 2,066 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Sinnis Shuttle 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 Shuttle owner drives around 759 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 Shuttle models stay on UK roads for around 12 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.