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YS18 HXV

2018 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

80,190 mi
Last recorded80,190 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Optima53,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS18 HXV
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 80,190 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))

under tray fitted

Fail 22 Apr 2026 80,190 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2025 74,307 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 74,307 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 69,191 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2024 69,139 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear outer light unit (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2023 62,379 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 62,303 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 56,702 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2022 56,693 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer tyre wall cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Apr 2021 47,642 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 47,642 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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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YS18 HXV is a 2018 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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

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What year was YS18 HXV registered?

YS18 HXV is a 2018 Kia Optima, first registered on 31 May 2018.

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