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LG18 ESU

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,844 mi
Last recorded76,844 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG18 ESU
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 76,844 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 72,744 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 66,319 miles

rear heat sheild poor

Fail 22 May 2024 66,314 miles

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

rear heat sheild poor

Pass 1 Jun 2023 62,147 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 55,644 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2022 55,580 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 38,871 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 17 Mar 2021 38,871 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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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LG18 ESU is a 2018 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LG18 ESU?

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What year was LG18 ESU registered?

LG18 ESU is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 20 March 2018.

Is LG18 ESU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG18 ESU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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