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FV68 GSU

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,770 mi
Last recorded97,770 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV68 GSU
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Nov 2025 97,770 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 88,146 miles

Central Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

tpms light on

Pass 6 Dec 2023 73,713 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 61,054 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 40,087 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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FV68 GSU is a 2018 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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

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What year was FV68 GSU registered?

FV68 GSU is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 12 December 2018.

Is FV68 GSU safe to buy?

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