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LG68 EKX

2018 Kia Optima

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,144 mi
Last recorded83,144 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG68 EKX
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 83,144 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 69,570 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 56,300 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT WING / BUMPER ( BODY DAMAGE )

Fail 6 Nov 2023 56,299 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working DOOR MIRROR INDICATOR ( DAMAGED ) (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm INNER / OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW

Nearside Front Nail in tyre CENTER / SPLITS OUTER SIDE WALL ()

OFFSIDE FRONT WING / BUMPER ( BODY DAMAGE )

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

T P M S LIGHT ON

Pass 23 Sep 2022 50,622 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 38,176 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 EKX is a 2018 Kia Optima in Grey 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LG68 EKX?

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What year was LG68 EKX registered?

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

Is LG68 EKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG68 EKX 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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