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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,685 cc

K23 OPTMOT history

K23 OPT is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 1 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 113,475 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

K23 OPT black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
113,475 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,252 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K23 OPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
1 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K23 OPT was last recorded at 113,475 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 12,166 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,309 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
12,166 miles
Average per year
9,252 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,475 miles
  • 2025 – 101,309 miles
  • 2024 – 90,486 miles
  • 2023 – 74,145 miles
  • 2022 – 70,384 miles
  • 2021 – 62,868 miles
  • 2020 – 53,154 miles
  • 2019 – 40,828 miles
  • 2018 – 32,226 miles
  • 2017 – 25,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,475 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 17 Feb 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,475 miles (+12,166)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    113,475 miles
    Test number
    342058169462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass101,309 miles (+10,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    101,309 miles
    Test number
    370935027381
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass90,486 miles (+5,499)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    90,486 miles
    Test number
    767781513715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass84,987 miles (+10,842)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    84,987 miles
    Test number
    763519222223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass74,145 miles (+3,761)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    74,145 miles
    Test number
    312770304762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass70,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    70,384 miles
    Test number
    495049352689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail70,384 miles (+7,516)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,384 miles
    Test number
    415177698248
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass62,868 miles (+9,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    62,868 miles
    Test number
    416838804334
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass53,154 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    53,154 miles
    Test number
    814718954481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,108 miles (+12,280)3 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,108 miles
    Test number
    692938494172
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear to inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass40,828 miles (+8,602)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    40,828 miles
    Test number
    552754196091
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall has multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass32,226 miles (+6,266)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    32,226 miles
    Test number
    903462181000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass25,960 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    25,960 miles
    Test number
    131915618908
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about K23 OPT

Does K23 OPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K23 OPT is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K23 OPT?
The MOT on K23 OPT is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K23 OPT done?
K23 OPT was recorded at 113,475 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 9,252 miles a year.
Has K23 OPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K23 OPT has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on K23 OPT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K23 OPT find?
K23 OPT passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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