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LJ18 UVE

2018 Kia Optima

Red Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,774 mi
Last recorded48,774 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ18 UVE
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 48,774 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2026 45,895 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2025 39,180 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 34,326 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 29,276 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 24,254 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

covers fitted obstructing view

Pass 7 Mar 2021 22,136 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

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

Fail 7 Mar 2021 22,136 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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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LJ18 UVE is a 2018 Kia Optima in Red with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ18 UVE?

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What year was LJ18 UVE registered?

LJ18 UVE is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 9 March 2018.

Is LJ18 UVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ18 UVE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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