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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 1,685 cc

S44 UNUMOT history

S44 UNU is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 24 Mar 2017. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 101,074 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

S44 UNU black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
101,074 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
10,886 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 UNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
24 Mar 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 UNU was last recorded at 101,074 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 12,135 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
88,939 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
12,135 miles
Average per year
10,886 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,074 miles
  • 2025 – 88,939 miles
  • 2024 – 77,928 miles
  • 2023 – 66,292 miles
  • 2022 – 56,454 miles
  • 2021 – 46,100 miles
  • 2020 – 35,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,074 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides of car inner disc face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

8 tests since 24 Mar 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,074 miles (+12,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    101,074 miles
    Test number
    426707046480
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides of car inner disc face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass88,939 miles (+11,011)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    88,939 miles
    Test number
    977610712279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass77,928 miles (+11,636)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    77,928 miles
    Test number
    731023119593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mil (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mil (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass66,292 miles (+9,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    66,292 miles
    Test number
    943315756645
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside and offside rear

  5. Pass56,454 miles (+10,354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    56,454 miles
    Test number
    296361022274
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass46,100 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    46,100 miles
    Test number
    955884733604
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail46,100 miles (+10,357)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,100 miles
    Test number
    959465784025
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass35,743 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    35,743 miles
    Test number
    746092955498
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about S44 UNU

Does S44 UNU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 UNU is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S44 UNU?
The MOT on S44 UNU is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 UNU done?
S44 UNU was recorded at 101,074 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 10,886 miles a year.
Has S44 UNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 UNU has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on S44 UNU 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 S44 UNU find?
S44 UNU passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides of car inner disc face.

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