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HK12 BYF

2012 Kia Optima

Grey Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,321 mi
Last recorded159,321 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2012 Kia Optima67,936 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK12 BYF
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 159,321 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 140,788 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 130,220 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 130,220 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 126,977 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 119,473 miles

advise- emissions too clean to pick up

Fail 31 May 2016 119,473 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

advise- emissions too clean to pick up

Pass 2 Jun 2015 91,671 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions to clean to be measured

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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HK12 BYF is a 2012 Kia Optima in Grey with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HK12 BYF registered?

HK12 BYF is a 2012 Kia Optima, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is HK12 BYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK12 BYF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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