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FG18 VLK

2018 Kia Niro

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,529 mi
Last recorded67,529 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Niro47,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG18 VLK
MakeKia
ModelNiro
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 67,529 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 67,529 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2024 55,127 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 44,264 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 32,473 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 24,051 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Kia Niro?

Based on 228,435 MOT tests across 48,509 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
8,213
Miles/Year
10
Year Lifespan
48,509
On UK Roads
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FG18 VLK is a 2018 Kia Niro in Red with a 1,580cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Kia Niro models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 47,177 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Kia Niro typically stays on UK roads for around 10 years. At 8 years old, this Kia Niro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG18 VLK registered?

FG18 VLK is a 2018 Kia Niro, first registered on 30 March 2018.

Is FG18 VLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG18 VLK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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