2015 KIA Optima 3 Crdi Auto 1.7L Diesel · GL64 ORN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the clean result of its most recent MOT test. The last inspection conducted in October 2023 at 163,858 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the mechanical and safety components met minimum standards at that time. While a failure occurred in September 2022, the immediate re-test pass just thirteen days later suggests the owner was proactive in rectifying issues rather than allowing them to persist. The mileage profile reflects a high-intensity usage pattern, averaging approximately 15,000 miles per year over its eleven-year life. A significant surge in usage is evident between 2019 and 2022, where the vehicle covered over 60,000 miles in just three years. Since the 2022 test, the car has covered another 27,630 miles, confirming it remains in frequent use, likely for motorway or long-distance commuting. This level of mileage places considerable stress on the automatic transmission, turbocharger, and suspension bushings compared to lower-mileage examples of the same model. A thorough physical inspection must focus on the components most susceptible to high-mileage wear. Given the consistent use, the buyer should check for signs of play in the front control arms and shock absorbers, which often degrade at these distances. The braking system should also be scrutinized for thin discs or seized calipers, as the high mileage suggests heavy demand on these components. Because the last recorded MOT was over two and a half years ago, the buyer must verify that recent maintenance has been maintained to ensure no significant mechanical degradation has occurred since the last official check.