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Kia Optima

White · Diesel · 2017 · 1,685 cc

A12 EWRMOT history

A12 EWR is a white diesel Kia Optima first used on 20 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 33,287 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

A12 EWR white Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
33,287 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,001 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 EWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
20 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 EWR was last recorded at 33,287 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,286 miles · 16 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,001 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 33,287 miles
  • 2025 – 28,350 miles
  • 2024 – 23,424 miles
  • 2023 – 18,423 miles
  • 2022 – 13,477 miles
  • 2020 – 11,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,287 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

7 tests since 18 Sept 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass33,287 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    33,287 miles
    Test number
    510854301944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail33,286 miles (+4,936)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,286 miles
    Test number
    823386464916
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass28,350 miles (+4,926)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    28,350 miles
    Test number
    238918547100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass23,424 miles (+5,001)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    23,424 miles
    Test number
    545962397855
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass18,423 miles (+4,946)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    18,423 miles
    Test number
    438222582633
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass13,477 miles (+2,162)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    13,477 miles
    Test number
    654863439192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass11,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    11,315 miles
    Test number
    405591494546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A12 EWR

Does A12 EWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 EWR is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on A12 EWR?
The MOT on A12 EWR is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 EWR done?
A12 EWR was recorded at 33,287 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 4,001 miles a year.
Has A12 EWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 EWR has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on A12 EWR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on A12 EWR find?
A12 EWR passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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