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CV16 XHC

2016 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

175,424 mi
Last recorded175,424 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Optima54,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV16 XHC
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2025 175,424 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 171,984 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 156,035 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 140,410 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 112,203 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 84,898 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 48,803 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2018 20,935 miles

plastic under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

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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CV16 XHC is a 2016 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Kia Optima models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 54,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Kia Optima typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 10 years old, this Kia Optima is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CV16 XHC registered?

CV16 XHC is a 2016 Kia Optima, first registered on 7 May 2016.

Is CV16 XHC safe to buy?

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