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PL18 LVU

2018 Kia Optima

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,411 mi
Last recorded100,411 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL18 LVU
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2026 100,411 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 88,285 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 77,974 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 67,096 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 50,075 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 39,506 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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PL18 LVU is a 2018 Kia Optima in Silver with a 1,999cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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.

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How do I check the history of PL18 LVU?

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What year was PL18 LVU registered?

PL18 LVU is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 25 July 2018.

Is PL18 LVU safe to buy?

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