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SW17 STU

2018 Kia Optima

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,306 mi
Last recorded99,306 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW17 STU
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 99,306 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 89,771 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jun 2025 89,771 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 73,318 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn to 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 56,047 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 44,771 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 26,363 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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SW17 STU is a 2018 Kia Optima in Blue with a 1,598cc 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 SW17 STU?

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What year was SW17 STU registered?

SW17 STU is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 13 September 2018.

Is SW17 STU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW17 STU 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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