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LF18 GZL

2018 Kia Optima

Red Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,810 mi
Last recorded89,810 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF18 GZL
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2026 89,810 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2025 81,348 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2024 70,919 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Width of steel backing (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 56,430 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 42,388 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 31,827 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 27,210 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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LF18 GZL is a 2018 Kia Optima in Red with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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

How do I check the history of LF18 GZL?

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What year was LF18 GZL registered?

LF18 GZL is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 6 March 2018.

Is LF18 GZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF18 GZL shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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