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RV18 XEL

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

133,936 mi
Last recorded133,936 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2025 133,936 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 112,831 miles

Rear both tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Oct 2023 93,057 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 70,612 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 49,056 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 41,141 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 XEL is a 2018 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV18 XEL?

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What year was RV18 XEL registered?

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

Is RV18 XEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV18 XEL shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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