Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Sinnis Harrier?

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 Sinnis Harrier?

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 Sinnis Harrier?

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.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Sinnis Harrier?

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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Sinnis Harrier (2018)

111 real MOT outcomes analysed • 46.6% first-time pass rate

2018 Sinnis Harrier

CarHunch analysed 111 real MOT records for the 2018 Sinnis Harrier. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

Below average reliability 33.4% below UK average

46.6%

pass MOT first time

UK average: ~80%

5,904

typical mileage

3,323–7,802 middle half

13.5%

ever had a dangerous defect

recorded at any MOT

0.41

avg MOT failures per car

over 2.1 tests on record

What to check before buying a 2018 Sinnis Harrier

Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.

📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	110	46.2%	0.41
Other (1%)	1	100%	0

Mileage Distribution

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

3,323

low mileage

5,904

typical

7,802

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Sinnis Harrier vehicles fall between 3,323 and 7,802 miles.

2018 Sinnis Harrier — Still on the Road

Numbers are declining — 15 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (31% of 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

2.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.41

Avg failures per vehicle

1.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

Most Common MOT Issues — 2018 Sinnis Harrier

Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.

25.6%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
17.4%

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
17.4%

Exhaust noisy
15.1%

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%
14%

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
14%

Steering headbearing has slight free play
12.8%

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied
10.5%

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018. Counts include advisories and failures.

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