2018 KIA Niro 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · LO18 OEE
2018 KIA Niro (1.6L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 10 Aug 2018. Recorded mileage 122,631 miles. MOT valid until 13 Jun 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- KIA NIRO
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,631 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
LO18 OEE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 15/06/2026
- 122,631 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LO18 OEE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Kia Niro (LO18 OEE) between April 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
LO18 OEE Mileage History
- 03/04/2024108,690 mi
- 10/06/2024108,702 mi+12 mi
- 12/12/2024118,399 mi+9,697 mi
- 12/12/2024118,399 mi
- 15/06/2026122,631 mi+4,232 mi
Average of roughly 6,340 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Niro (DE)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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