Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Niu Mqi + Sport?

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 2021 Niu Mqi + Sport?

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 2021 Niu Mqi + Sport?

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.

Is the 2021 Niu Mqi + Sport reliable?

Based on MOT data from 147 vehicles, the 2021 Niu Mqi + Sport has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Niu Mqi + Sport?

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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Niu Mqi + Sport (2021)

147 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.6% first-time pass rate

2021 Niu Mqi + Sport

CarHunch analysed 147 real MOT records for the 2021 Niu Mqi + Sport. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 NIU MQi + SPORT is exceptionally reliable, with a 95.6% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%—and dangerous defects are virtually non-existent at just 2.0% of vehicles. This electric scooter is clearly built to a high standard with minimal structural or safety issues cropping up during testing.

With a median mileage of just 1,800 km at test, these vehicles are still quite young and lightly used, which partly explains the stellar results. The low failure rate (0.07 per vehicle on average) and modest advisory count (0.4 per vehicle) suggest that when problems do emerge, they're minor and easily fixed—so if you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection focusing on battery health and electrical connections will tell you everything you need to know.

We have limited data for the 2021 Niu Mqi + Sport — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

95.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.07

Over 1.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 1k–4k

For context

These stats describe 147 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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Based on MOT data from 147 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Niu Mqi + Sport 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.

1,800

typical

810

low mileage

3,701

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Niu Mqi + Sport vehicles fall between 810 and 3,701 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 810 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.

✓ 810–3,701 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Niu Mqi + Sports sit.

⚠ Over 4,996 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.07

Avg failures per vehicle

0.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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