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LD18 XVB

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

158,142 mi
Last recorded158,142 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD18 XVB
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 158,142 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 139,570 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 123,508 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2023 99,813 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2023 99,813 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 72,151 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 47,242 miles

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall damaged and tyre punctured

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A (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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LD18 XVB is a 2018 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LD18 XVB?

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What year was LD18 XVB registered?

LD18 XVB is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 30 April 2018.

Is LD18 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD18 XVB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LD18 XVB have outstanding finance?

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