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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Kia Stonic Maxx. Check any Stonic Maxx by registration number below.

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93.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+7.2%

vs Kia Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Kia Stonic Maxx — MOT Reliability Overview

The Kia Stonic Maxx has an average MOT pass rate of 93.4%, which is 7.2 percentage points above the Kia brand average of 86.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Stonic Maxx is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Kia Stonic Maxx fails its MOT are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. If you are preparing your Stonic Maxx for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Kia Stonic Maxx, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Kia Stonic Maxx performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 1,155 vehicles

93.1%Excellent
Kia average: 86.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

9.2%

Mileage at 3yr

34k mi

Mileage at 5yr

57k mi

2019

Based on 662 vehicles

93.2%Excellent
Kia average: 86.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

7.2%

Mileage at 3yr

34k mi

Mileage at 5yr

52k mi

0

Based on 765 vehicles

94.0%Excellent
Kia average: 86.2%
Mileage at 5yr

22k mi

Top MOT Failures — Kia Stonic Maxx

The most common reasons a Kia Stonic Maxx fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

2.1%
2

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.4%
Kia Stonic Maxx Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

1.6%

Front Offside

1.1%

Front

1.1%

Other Kia Models

Compare MOT reliability across Kia models.

Kia Magentis

60.1% pass rate

Kia X Ceed

100.0% pass rate

Kia Carens

56.6% pass rate

Kia Xceed Edition Isg

90.2% pass rate

Kia Ceed

87.6% pass rate

Kia Sorento

80.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Kia Stonic Maxx

Kia Stonic Maxx — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Kia Stonic Maxx MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Kia Stonic Maxx?
The average MOT pass rate for the Kia Stonic Maxx is 93.4% compared to the Kia average of 86.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kia Stonic Maxx?
The most common MOT failures on the Kia Stonic Maxx are: Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (2.1%), a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Kia Stonic Maxx reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 93.4%, the Kia Stonic Maxx is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Kia Stonic Maxx?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Kia Stonic Maxx?
Typical mileage for the Kia Stonic Maxx: 33,887 miles at 3 years, 56,932 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Stonic Maxx to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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