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EA18 HXW

2018 Kia Optima

Blue Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,064 mi
Last recorded89,064 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA18 HXW
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2025 89,064 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 76,635 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 58,605 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 54,507 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 45,053 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 40,082 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear screw in tyre tread and cuts on outer tyre wall

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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EA18 HXW is a 2018 Kia Optima in Blue with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EA18 HXW?

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What year was EA18 HXW registered?

EA18 HXW is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 26 April 2018.

Is EA18 HXW safe to buy?

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