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FV20 XWS

2020 Kia Niro

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

48,561 mi
Last recorded48,561 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2020 Kia Niro31,047 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV20 XWS
MakeKia
ModelNiro
Year2020
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 48,561 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Aug 2026 48,485 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2025 40,088 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2025 40,061 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 31,603 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 23,293 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2023 23,289 miles

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

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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FV20 XWS is a 2020 Kia Niro in Silver with a 1,580cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2020 Kia Niro models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 31,047 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 6 years old, this Kia Niro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV20 XWS registered?

FV20 XWS is a 2020 Kia Niro, first registered on 19 August 2020.

Is FV20 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV20 XWS shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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