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LF18 HFK

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,926 mi
Last recorded101,926 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF18 HFK
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 101,926 miles

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

Rear rear seatbelts untested due to heavy equipment in back seat

Pass 26 Feb 2025 97,475 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2025 97,474 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure FEATHERING ON INSIDE OF TYRE (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm INNER AND OUTER TREAD (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER AND OUTER TREAD (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 85,401 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 80,764 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 63,602 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2022 63,601 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2021 45,491 miles

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

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 HFK is a 2018 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LF18 HFK?

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What year was LF18 HFK registered?

LF18 HFK is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 27 March 2018.

Is LF18 HFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF18 HFK shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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