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FL68 KBU

2018 Kia Niro

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,663 mi
Last recorded78,663 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Niro47,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL68 KBU
MakeKia
ModelNiro
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 78,663 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 72,212 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 67,861 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Sep 2023 62,605 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 57,542 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 26 Sep 2022 57,542 miles

Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Aug 2021 49,949 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

emission not tested (Hybrid vehicle)

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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FL68 KBU is a 2018 Kia Niro in Blue with a 1,580cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FL68 KBU registered?

FL68 KBU is a 2018 Kia Niro, first registered on 28 September 2018.

Is FL68 KBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL68 KBU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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