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LG18 ETA

2018 Kia Optima

White Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,727 mi
Last recorded89,727 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG18 ETA
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 89,727 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 73,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge slightly (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 53,322 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 31 Aug 2023 53,321 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Jun 2022 34,593 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 25,376 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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LG18 ETA is a 2018 Kia Optima in White with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ETA?

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What year was LG18 ETA registered?

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

Is LG18 ETA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG18 ETA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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