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LG68 CGU

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,041 mi
Last recorded81,041 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG68 CGU
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 81,041 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2024 77,299 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 77,297 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2023 66,037 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 55,557 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing in bands and nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing in bands (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 42,528 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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LG68 CGU is a 2018 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,598cc 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.

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How do I check the history of LG68 CGU?

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What year was LG68 CGU registered?

LG68 CGU is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 24 September 2018.

Is LG68 CGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG68 CGU 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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