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LC18 BFZ

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,364 mi
Last recorded72,364 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC18 BFZ
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2026 72,364 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 18 Apr 2025 52,793 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 47,530 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 42,097 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 35,833 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 30,564 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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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LC18 BFZ 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 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 LC18 BFZ registered?

LC18 BFZ is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 30 April 2018.

Is LC18 BFZ safe to buy?

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