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LO18 OEF

2018 Kia Niro

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,092 mi
Last recorded120,092 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Niro47,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO18 OEF
MakeKia
ModelNiro
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 120,092 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2025 107,682 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 93,814 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 78,835 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 72,208 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 62,028 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2023 62,028 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 53,142 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2022 44,175 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 38,104 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 31,638 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 31,638 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 29,612 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 21 Jan 2020 29,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 29 Jul 2019 19,876 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

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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LO18 OEF is a 2018 Kia Niro in Grey with a 1,580cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

How do I check the history of LO18 OEF?

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What year was LO18 OEF registered?

LO18 OEF is a 2018 Kia Niro, first registered on 10 August 2018.

Is LO18 OEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO18 OEF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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