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AJ18 NSU

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,475 mi
Last recorded160,475 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ18 NSU
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 160,475 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 135,904 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 112,370 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2024 112,367 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 103,056 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 85,296 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air fresheners on int. mirror ()

Fail 1 Aug 2022 85,296 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air fresheners on int. mirror ()

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively juddering & Smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Juddering & smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 59,663 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Optima?

Based on 96,564 MOT tests across 12,485 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
8,760
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
12,485
On UK Roads
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AJ18 NSU is a 2018 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Kia Optima models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 53,278 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Kia Optima typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 8 years old, this Kia Optima is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AJ18 NSU?

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What year was AJ18 NSU registered?

AJ18 NSU is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 25 July 2018.

Is AJ18 NSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ18 NSU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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