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MF18 LYA

2018 Kia Optima

Blue Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,565 mi
Last recorded89,565 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF18 LYA
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 89,565 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2025 81,022 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Inner tyre tread uneven

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 70,134 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Feb 2024 70,134 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 59,068 miles

Nearside Rear tyre stepped and worn on inner section of tread

Offside Front tyre 2mm and worn on edges, borderline pass

Pass 28 Feb 2022 44,163 miles

NSR TYRE STEPPED ON INNER SECTION OF TREAD, PERISHED ON OUTER SIDEWALL, AND CRACKED IN TREAD

OSR TYRE BALD/STEPPED ON INNER SECTION OF TREAD

REAR PADS GETTING LOW

Pass 24 Feb 2021 29,349 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS VERY LOW

OSR TYRE WORN AND STEPPED ON INNER SECTION OF TREAD

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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MF18 LYA is a 2018 Kia Optima in Blue with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MF18 LYA?

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What year was MF18 LYA registered?

MF18 LYA is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is MF18 LYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF18 LYA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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