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FV18 NGX

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,536 mi
Last recorded92,536 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV18 NGX
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 92,536 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2025 80,833 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 67,388 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 57,028 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2022 47,902 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2022 47,902 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 35,593 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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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FV18 NGX is a 2018 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FV18 NGX?

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What year was FV18 NGX registered?

FV18 NGX is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 9 July 2018.

Is FV18 NGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV18 NGX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV18 NGX have outstanding finance?

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