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LX66 YWJ

2016 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,131 mi
Last recorded124,131 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Optima54,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX66 YWJ
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 124,131 miles

Nearside Rear 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 26 Jan 2026 122,410 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 105,664 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 102,860 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 93,316 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 78,336 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2022 78,332 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 63,594 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 56,247 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Aug 2019 49,598 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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LX66 YWJ is a 2016 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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.

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What year was LX66 YWJ registered?

LX66 YWJ is a 2016 Kia Optima, first registered on 8 September 2016.

Is LX66 YWJ safe to buy?

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