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RV18 XEK

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

105,971 mi
Last recorded105,971 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 105,971 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 103,468 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 97,750 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2024 97,733 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 92,199 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 84,190 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 71,803 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 58,672 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 10,033 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 XEK is a 2018 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RV18 XEK?

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What year was RV18 XEK registered?

RV18 XEK is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 13 April 2018.

Is RV18 XEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV18 XEK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV18 XEK have outstanding finance?

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