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K18 OPT

2014 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,509 mi
Last recorded88,509 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 Kia Optima62,743 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK18 OPT
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 88,509 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 79,756 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 79,756 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 73,247 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2023 64,581 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2022 56,147 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 47,921 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 38,854 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 29,135 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 19,972 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 19,636 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 19,636 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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K18 OPT is a 2014 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2014 Kia Optima models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 62,743 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 12 years old, this Kia Optima is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K18 OPT registered?

K18 OPT is a 2014 Kia Optima, first registered on 17 November 2014.

Is K18 OPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K18 OPT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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