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Kia Optima

Black · Hybrid electric (clean) · 2016 · 1,999 cc

Y7 AUTMOT history

Y7 AUT is a black hybrid electric (clean) Kia Optima first used on 23 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 48,527 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

Y7 AUT black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Optima, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
48,527 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,606 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y7 AUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Hybrid electric (clean)
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
23 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y7 AUT was last recorded at 48,527 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 3,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,181 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,346 miles
Average per year
3,606 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,527 miles
  • 2025 – 45,181 miles
  • 2024 – 41,521 miles
  • 2023 – 39,649 miles
  • 2022 – 38,850 miles
  • 2021 – 33,725 miles
  • 2020 – 29,332 miles
  • 2019 – 23,461 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,527 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryWiper blades deteriorating

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • TPMS light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 23 Sept 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,527 miles (+3,346)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    48,527 miles
    Test number
    218373184012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades deteriorating
  2. Pass45,181 miles (+3,660)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    45,181 miles
    Test number
    119836425401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  3. Pass41,521 miles (+20)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    41,521 miles
    Test number
    252467677024
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
  4. Fail41,501 miles (+1,852)3 major2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,501 miles
    Test number
    130475897499
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
  5. Pass39,649 miles (+799)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    39,649 miles
    Test number
    741916762382
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass38,850 miles (+5,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    38,850 miles
    Test number
    248808042747
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass33,725 miles (+4,393)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    33,725 miles
    Test number
    906670612634
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass29,332 miles (+5,871)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    29,332 miles
    Test number
    558709143714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass23,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    23,461 miles
    Test number
    750445265453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y7 AUT

Does Y7 AUT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y7 AUT is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y7 AUT?
The MOT on Y7 AUT is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y7 AUT done?
Y7 AUT was recorded at 48,527 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 3,606 miles a year.
Has Y7 AUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y7 AUT has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on Y7 AUT 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 Y7 AUT find?
Y7 AUT passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; wiper blades deteriorating.

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