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MV12 WZC

2012 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,536 mi
Last recorded102,536 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 2012 Kia Optima67,936 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV12 WZC
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018 102,536 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 102,533 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 87,553 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 77,647 miles

N/S/R wheel dented on inner rim

O/S/R brake binding

Pass 29 Jul 2015 64,752 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 64,752 miles

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

O/S/R brake binding slightly

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake pads appear low

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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MV12 WZC is a 2012 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MV12 WZC registered?

MV12 WZC is a 2012 Kia Optima, first registered on 26 April 2012.

Is MV12 WZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV12 WZC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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