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GF16 YXL

2016 Kia Optima

Blue Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,759 mi
Last recorded107,759 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Optima54,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF16 YXL
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 107,759 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 95,951 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 85,216 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 78,631 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 57,672 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2020 57,671 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2019 34,697 miles

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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GF16 YXL is a 2016 Kia Optima in Blue with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 10 years old, this Kia Optima is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GF16 YXL?

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What year was GF16 YXL registered?

GF16 YXL is a 2016 Kia Optima, first registered on 13 July 2016.

Is GF16 YXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF16 YXL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF16 YXL have outstanding finance?

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