KIA Niro MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

15.4%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old KIA Niro vehicles
Based on 11,778 MOT tests
12.6pp below the UK average (28%)

KIA Niro shows good reliability at this age, with a 15.4% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old KIA Niro are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 4.5%
Brakes 2.7%
Visibility 2.2%
Lamps & Electrics 2.1%
Suspension 0.5%
Body & Chassis 0.2%
Steering 0.2%

How Does This Compare?

KIA Niro MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 9.7% 73,661 Tyres
3-5 years 12.3% 92,089 Tyres
6-10 years 15.4% 11,778 Tyres

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 6-10 year old KIA Niro reliable?

Yes. Based on 11,778 MOT tests, 6-10-year-old KIA Niro vehicles have a 15.4% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old KIA Niro?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 4.5% failure risk
  • Brakes — 2.7% failure risk
  • Visibility — 2.2% failure risk

How can I prepare my KIA Niro for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old KIA Niro, focus on: (1) Tyres — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other KIA Niro Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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