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FV18 YZH

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,040 mi
Last recorded119,040 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 119,040 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 104,358 miles

Central Rear Wiper blade distorted

Fail 8 Jul 2025 104,357 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Wiper blade distorted

Pass 19 Jun 2024 87,928 miles

CHIP IN WINDSCREEN

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 73,809 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2022 58,532 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 39,090 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Jul 2021 39,090 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 YZH 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

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What year was FV18 YZH registered?

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

Is FV18 YZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV18 YZH 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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