Mechanical Condition Report

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  • VIN: 5XXGT4L34HG169824
  • MAKE Kia
  • MODEL Optima
  • YEAR 2017
  • MILES 91,411

Inspector

  • Laura M
  • 4,232 BlueStar Inspections

Inspection Photos

Industry Awards (11)

  • Vehicle Satisfaction Award: Mid-Size Car (Auto Pacific)
  • Editors Choice Awards: Family Sedans (Car And Driver)
  • Best Cars for Commuters (Cars.com)
  • Green Car of the Year: Finalist (Green Car Journal)
  • Initial Quality Study (IQS): Top Models (J.D. Power and Associates)
  • Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study: Top Models in Segment (J.D. Power and Associates)
  • Best Family Sedans (Kelley Blue Book)
  • Best Buy: Midsize Car Finalist (Kelley Blue Book)
  • 10 Most Awarded Cars of the Year (Kelley Blue Book)
  • 10 Most Comfortable Cars Under 30k (Kelley Blue Book)
  • Best Affordable Midsize Cars (US News)

Inspection Checklist

  • Passed
  • See Details Detailed Explanation of Failing Observation
  • Read related BlueStar article

Powertrain

Ignition / Electrical

Body / Frame / Exterior / Interior

  • Dash / Displays / Entertainment / Navigation / Security & Info Systems
  • Intelligent / Smart Systems
  • Interior lighting / Courtesy Lights
  • Glove Box / Storage Compartment / Cup Holders
  • Interior / Power Accessories
  • Door(s) / Gate / Hood / Hatch / Handles & Latches
  • Hood / Gate / Hatch / Trunk / Deck Lid Support
  • Body / Body Component / Weatherstrip / Moldings
  • Trunk / Rear Compartment
  • Engine Compartment
  •   Frame / Undercarriage See Details
  • Environmental Damage

Fluid Leaks / Level / Condition

TESTS AND MEASUREMENTS

Fluids

Engine Oil

Full Acceptable

Transmission Fluid

Not Inspected Not Inspected

Coolant

Full Acceptable

Brake Fluid

Acceptable Acceptable

Washer Fluid

Acceptable Acceptable

Filters

Engine Air Filter

Dirty

Cabin Air Filter

Dirty

Battery

Battery

Good

Emissions

Monitor Status

Ready

Tires and Brakes

Driver Front

4/32 inch
Near end of life
4/32 inch
Near end of life

Driver Rear

5/32 inch
Acceptable
5/32 inch
Acceptable

Passenger Front

0 inch
Replace
1/32 inch
Replace

Passenger Rear

4/32 inch
Near end of life
5/32 inch
Acceptable

INSPECTOR COMMENTS AND PHOTOS

  • Passed
  • Safety
  • Emissions
  • Other
  • Additional Info

Test Drive

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Shimmy / vibration can be felt when driving.

(In steering wheel, High speeds)

Wheels / Tires / Brakes

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Front tire wearing unevenly.

(Both, Inside edge, Advise alignment check)

Steering / Suspension

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Wheel bearing is dangerously loose and unsafe.

(Left front, Wheel bearing noise can also be heard while driving. )

Body / Frame / Exterior / Interior

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

Splash shield is damaged.

(Front bumper. Splash shield is also missing hardware. )

Fluid Leaks / Level / Condition

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
Inspector Comments

There appears to be a minor active fluid leak that is somewhat common for a vehicle of this age and mileage and should just be monitored.

(Engine Oil, Possible spillage, advise clean up, test drive and recheck)

Other

Inspection Point
Result
Inspector Comments
 Positive vehicle appearance / condition observations
Inspector Comments

Undercarriage appears free from visible damage

Inspection Point
Result
 Positive vehicle performance characteristics
Inspector Comments

Heater and air conditioning performed well

Inspection Point
Result
 Frequently removed, lost or misplaced item present at the time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Owner's manual

Inspection Point
Result
 Positive test results at time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Battery passed the health test and terminals are free from corrosion

All OBD2 emissions monitors are ready

Brake fluid water content tests acceptable

Coolant temperature protection level tests acceptable

Inspection Point
Result
 Frequently removed item present at the time of inspection
Inspector Comments

Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) label is present under hood

Inspection Point
Result
 Serpentine belt as minor cracking advise monitoring. 
Inspector Comments

 

Inspection Point
Result
 Right front fender liner is missing hardware.
Inspector Comments

 

Inspection Point
Result
 Engine oil access panel is missing.
Inspector Comments

 

Comments

Inspection Comments

All safety components of this vehicle were marked "acceptable" at the time of inspection.

At the time of inspection, all on-board diagnostic (OBD) readiness monitors were ready, the check engine light was operational with key on but not illuminated with engine running, and emissions components were marked "acceptable."

Seller Comments

This vehicle has new cabin and engine air filters. We also changed the oil.