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LC18 FKL

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,464 mi
Last recorded75,464 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 75,464 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Nov 2024 67,455 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 62,027 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 26 Sep 2023 62,026 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre worn smooth on inner edge and heavily perished, (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre worn smooth on inner edge 215 55 17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215 55 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Jul 2022 48,770 miles

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

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Aug 2021 32,417 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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LC18 FKL 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.

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What year was LC18 FKL registered?

LC18 FKL is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 6 June 2018.

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