Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Kia Stinger?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2018 Kia Stinger?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2018 Kia Stinger?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2018 Kia Stinger vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

24% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2018 Kia Stinger reliable?

Based on MOT data from 660 vehicles, the 2018 Kia Stinger has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Kia Stinger?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Kia Stinger are: Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (36.1% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (34.4% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (30.9% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Kia Stinger?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Kia Stinger (2018)

660 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91% first-time pass rate

2018 Kia Stinger

CarHunch analysed 660 real MOT records for the 2018 Kia Stinger. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2018 Kia Stinger is a genuinely reliable proposition, with a 91% first-time MOT pass rate that comfortably beats the UK average of 80%—though the fact that nearly a quarter of these cars (23.9%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point is worth taking seriously as a buyer. Petrol versions edge out diesels slightly (91.6% vs 89.0% pass rate), suggesting marginally better long-term durability on the petrol side.

At 36,405 miles average across the cohort, these cars show modest wear for their age, which explains the low failure count of just 0.6 per vehicle. The 4.6 advisories per car are fairly typical and mainly flagging wear items rather than structural problems. When inspecting a used example, focus on the service history and any previous major repairs—this model rewards preventive maintenance.

The 2018 Kia Stinger passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (91%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

91%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

23.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.6

Over 5.6 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

33k

Middle half: 24k–42k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 4.6 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 660 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 660 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 36.1%

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 30.9%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 7.3%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018.

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Before you buy a 2018 Kia Stinger

Based on MOT data from 660 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 23.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (76%)	503	91.6%	0.56
Diesel (24%)	157	89%	0.72

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,203 Kia Stinger vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 33.8%

745

Red 26.6%

587

Black 15.4%

339

White 13.5%

298

Blue 4.6%

101

Orange 3%

Yellow 2.2%

Green 0.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Kia Stinger vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

32,654

typical

24,258

low mileage

41,683

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Kia Stinger vehicles fall between 24,258 and 41,683 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 24,258 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 24,258–41,683 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Kia Stingers sit.

⚠ Over 56,272 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Kia Stinger — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Kia Stingers are still on the road.

Strong survival — 619 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 96% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

5.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.6

Avg failures per vehicle

4.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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