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LJ18 VCA

2018 Kia Optima

White Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,639 mi
Last recorded89,639 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ18 VCA
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 89,639 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 80,056 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 73,657 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 72,533 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 57,153 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 56,471 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2022 56,471 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 51,154 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

undertrays and shields

Fail 17 Sep 2021 51,154 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

undertrays and shields

Pass 21 Sep 2020 44,578 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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LJ18 VCA is a 2018 Kia Optima in White with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LJ18 VCA?

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What year was LJ18 VCA registered?

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

Is LJ18 VCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ18 VCA shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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