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WU16 VRV

2016 Kia Optima

Blue Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,928 mi
Last recorded62,928 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Optima54,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU16 VRV
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 62,928 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2025 57,554 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 52,915 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2024 52,914 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 47,698 miles

front pads wearing low

front tyres wearing close to wear indicators

near side washers weak

Pass 25 Aug 2022 43,030 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 36,286 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 28,422 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2019 22,688 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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WU16 VRV is a 2016 Kia Optima in Blue with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WU16 VRV?

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What year was WU16 VRV registered?

WU16 VRV is a 2016 Kia Optima, first registered on 22 July 2016.

Is WU16 VRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU16 VRV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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