Kia Stinger MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 8,101 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 10.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Kia Stinger MOT Reliability Overview
The Kia Stinger is a less common vehicle in the UK, with 8,101 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.9% and a failure rate of 10.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Kia Stinger earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Kia Stinger presents for MOT with approximately 33,424 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2021 models achieve the highest pass rate at 93.1%, while 2018 models have the lowest at 88.8%. This 4.3 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Kia Stinger is Tyres, affecting 13.1% of all tests. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. The second most common issue is Brakes at 7.5%. Visibility rounds out the top three at 2.9%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 3 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Kia Stinger vintages degrade over time, from age 3 to 20 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Kia Stinger. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (7 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 7 years, with warranty expiry marked at 7 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Kia Stinger actually sees a 100% decrease in failure rate after the warranty period. This is likely due to survivorship bias — unreliable cars are already off the road by this age. Peak failure occurs at age 4 (10.7% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
Click a category to see specific failure items.
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 13.1% | 1,059 |
| 2 | Brakes | 7.5% | 611 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.9% | 235 |
| 4 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 2.0% | 163 |
| 5 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.0% | 84 |
| 6 | Non-component Advisories | 0.6% | 51 |
| 7 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 0.6% | 49 |
| 8 | Road Wheels | 0.1% | 11 |
| 9 | Suspension | 0.1% | 9 |
| 10 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.1% | 6 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 33,424 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 3.91 | 13.1% | 1,059 |
| Brakes | 2.26 | 7.5% | 611 |
| Visibility | 0.87 | 2.9% | 235 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.60 | 2.0% | 163 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.31 | 1.0% | 84 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.19 | 0.6% | 51 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.18 | 0.6% | 49 |
| Wheels | 0.04 | 0.1% | 11 |
| Suspension | 0.03 | 0.1% | 9 |
| Body & Structure | 0.02 | 0.1% | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 0.01 | 0.0% | 4 |
| Steering | 0.01 | 0.0% | 2 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Kia Stinger has 33,424 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Kia Stinger has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 3.02% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Kia Stinger MOT Data
The Kia Stinger is a less common vehicle in the UK, with 8,101 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.9% and a failure rate of 10.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Kia Stinger owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on tyres and brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Stinger is likely to perform.
Tyres — 13.1% of failures
Tyres issues account for 13.1% of MOT failures on the Kia Stinger. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Brakes — 7.5% of failures
Brakes issues account for 7.5% of MOT failures on the Kia Stinger. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Visibility — 2.9% of failures
Visibility issues account for 2.9% of MOT failures on the Kia Stinger. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Kia Stinger?
Based on 8,101 MOT tests in our database, the Kia Stinger has an overall pass rate of 89.9% (10.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kia Stinger?
The top 3 reasons a Kia Stinger fails its MOT are: 1. Tyres (13.1%), 2. Brakes (7.5%), 3. Visibility (2.9%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Kia Stinger reliable?
With a 10.1% MOT failure rate, the Stinger is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Kia Stinger?
Based on failure data, focus on: Tyres (13.1%); Brakes (7.5%); Visibility (2.9%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.