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DE18 EAP

2018 Kia Optima

White Hybrid electric (clean) 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,010 mi
Last recorded59,010 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE18 EAP
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 59,010 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 51,132 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 43,237 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 43,237 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 35,125 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 35,124 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 27,124 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 27,123 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 22,678 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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DE18 EAP is a 2018 Kia Optima in White with a 1,999cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DE18 EAP?

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What year was DE18 EAP registered?

DE18 EAP is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 30 March 2018.

Is DE18 EAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE18 EAP shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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