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LC18 VRJ

2018 Kia Optima

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,334 mi
Last recorded45,334 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC18 VRJ
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 45,334 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 40,500 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Jul 2025 40,500 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 35,934 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 31,316 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 26,902 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 23,090 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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 VRJ is a 2018 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,999cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VRJ registered?

LC18 VRJ is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 2 July 2018.

Is LC18 VRJ safe to buy?

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