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LF68 CNX

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,012 mi
Last recorded98,012 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF68 CNX
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 98,012 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2025 95,996 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear bumper damaged

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 69% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 79,042 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 62,964 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 62,964 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 45,582 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 6 Sep 2022 45,582 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 30,024 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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LF68 CNX is a 2018 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,598cc 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

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What year was LF68 CNX registered?

LF68 CNX is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 3 September 2018.

Is LF68 CNX safe to buy?

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