2018 KIA Optima 1.7L Diesel · LC18 BHO
2018 KIA Optima (1.7L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 101,953 miles. MOT valid until 05 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA OPTIMA
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 101,953 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LC18 BHO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/05/2026
- 101,953 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LC18 BHO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Kia Optima (LC18 BHO) between August 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
LC18 BHO Mileage History
- 10/08/202374,824 mi
- 06/05/202484,032 mi+9,208 mi
- 07/05/202484,034 mi+2 mi
- 29/04/202592,375 mi+8,341 mi
- 01/05/2026101,953 mi+9,578 mi
Average of roughly 9,961 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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