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GX16 XBR

2016 Kia Optima

Silver Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,155 mi
Last recorded72,155 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Optima54,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX16 XBR
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 72,155 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Feb 2026 72,155 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 61,243 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 58,211 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 53,706 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 46,577 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 39,998 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 36,232 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 28,123 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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GX16 XBR is a 2016 Kia Optima in Silver with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GX16 XBR registered?

GX16 XBR is a 2016 Kia Optima, first registered on 2 March 2016.

Is GX16 XBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX16 XBR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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