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KW57 JUN

2012 Kia Optima

Grey Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

137,545 mi
Last recorded137,545 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Optima67,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW57 JUN
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 137,545 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Dec 2023 123,842 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer cv booth has grease around no split

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undertray fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2023 118,900 miles

Nearside Front Grease but no sign of split

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2023 118,900 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Grease but no sign of split

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 86,376 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 82,829 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2021 82,677 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating by 100 kgs of force (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 79,223 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 73,642 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 73,642 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 57,345 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 46,944 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 36,472 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 28,227 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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KW57 JUN is a 2012 Kia Optima in Grey with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KW57 JUN registered?

KW57 JUN is a 2012 Kia Optima, first registered on 20 January 2012.

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The MOT history for KW57 JUN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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