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SJ68 XHU

2018 Kia Niro

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,509 mi
Last recorded85,509 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Niro47,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ68 XHU
MakeKia
ModelNiro
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 85,509 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2025 81,166 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 81,164 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear tyre is perishing

both front tyres are bald inner edge

Pass 30 Aug 2024 75,419 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 59,238 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 39,220 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 28,472 miles

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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SJ68 XHU is a 2018 Kia Niro in Black 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.

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What year was SJ68 XHU registered?

SJ68 XHU is a 2018 Kia Niro, first registered on 3 September 2018.

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