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LC68 EJL

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,962 mi
Last recorded53,962 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC68 EJL
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 Jan 2026 53,962 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 46,915 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s & o/s (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 39,046 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 30,579 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 18,316 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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LC68 EJL 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.

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What year was LC68 EJL registered?

LC68 EJL is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 23 November 2018.

Is LC68 EJL safe to buy?

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