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RV18 SKE

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,500 mi
Last recorded60,500 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV18 SKE
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 60,500 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 56,915 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 49,259 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 40,256 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut In Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2023 40,087 miles

Offside Front Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative Driver Front Tyre Has A Normal Rubber Valve Fitted Causing The TPMS Light To Stay On (5.2.3 (h))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut In Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 30,783 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 22,085 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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RV18 SKE is a 2018 Kia Optima in Black 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV18 SKE?

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What year was RV18 SKE registered?

RV18 SKE is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 27 March 2018.

Is RV18 SKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV18 SKE 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.

Does RV18 SKE have outstanding finance?

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