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CU12 FZP

2012 Kia Optima

White Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

52,991 mi
Last recorded52,991 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2017
Typical for 2012 Kia Optima67,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU12 FZP
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2017 52,991 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 52,991 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 43,109 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 34,496 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Mar 2015 34,496 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Kia Optima?

Based on 96,564 MOT tests across 12,485 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
8,760
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
12,485
On UK Roads
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CU12 FZP is a 2012 Kia Optima in White with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2012 Kia Optima models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 67,936 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Kia Optima typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Kia Optima is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU12 FZP registered?

CU12 FZP is a 2012 Kia Optima, first registered on 10 October 2012.

Is CU12 FZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU12 FZP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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