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Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain reliable? We analysed 3,119 real MOT tests across 867 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,119 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
76.2%
Typical Mileage
8,448mi
Annual Mileage
1,488mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain.

Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

78.5%
2021
77.1%
2020
75.2%
2019
74.9%
2018
78%
2017

Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 103
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 79

Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
510 mi/yr
Typical
1,488 mi/yr
Average
2,647 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,290 mi/yr

Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 93 78.5% 4,175 10,501 15,897
2020 695 77.1% 3,654 7,458 11,696
2019 664 75.2% 4,191 8,301 13,960
2018 865 74.9% 5,510 9,138 15,109
2017 700 78.0% 4,444 8,922 14,377

How Long Does a Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain Last?

Based on 867 Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.9 years
Median
5.0 years

Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
8,448 mi
75th Percentile
14,223 mi
95th Percentile
26,669 mi
Max Recorded
194,813 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain

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

Best year
2021

78.5% MOT pass rate from 93 tests

Year to avoid
2018

74.9% MOT pass rate from 865 tests

The best year to buy a used Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 78.5% across 93 tests. The 2018 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain THIS CAR 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
Sinnis Shuttle 73.3% 2,066 5,974 mi 12 yrs
Yamaha Hw 125 Xenter 81.9% 1,319 12,729 mi 14 yrs

Compared to the Sinnis ZS 125-79 Hoodlum (74.1% pass rate) and the Sinnis Xf (73.9% pass rate), the Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain?

The Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.2% across 3,119 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 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 ZS 125-86 Terrain 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 ZS 125-86 Terrain owner drives around 1,488 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 ZS 125-86 Terrain — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain reliable?
Based on 3,119 MOT tests, the Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain has a 76.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain do per year?
The typical Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain does around 1,488 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain?
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 ZS 125-86 Terrain?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Sinnis ZS 125-86 Terrain is 2021 with a 78.5% pass rate across 93 tests.