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FV68 GRZ

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

109,951 mi
Last recorded109,951 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV68 GRZ
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 109,951 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 103,605 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 91,955 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 81,844 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 3 Dec 2021 64,451 miles

emissions did not provide read out

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Fail 3 Dec 2021 64,451 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick will require discs (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

emissions did not provide read out

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

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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FV68 GRZ is a 2018 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FV68 GRZ?

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What year was FV68 GRZ registered?

FV68 GRZ is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 4 December 2018.

Is FV68 GRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV68 GRZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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