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SC52 GAZ

2013 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

84,774 mi
Last recorded84,774 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Optima66,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC52 GAZ
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 84,774 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 75,516 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 66,020 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 65,306 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 57,519 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 44,414 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 38,167 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 35,678 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 35,617 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside and Nearside rear tyres has several splits on the inner sidewall, but NOT yet deep enough to reach ply/cord.(Recommend Replacements).

Pass 19 Jun 2018 32,027 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 28,719 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 21,543 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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SC52 GAZ is a 2013 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Kia Optima models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 66,624 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 13 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 SC52 GAZ registered?

SC52 GAZ is a 2013 Kia Optima, first registered on 23 June 2013.

Is SC52 GAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC52 GAZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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