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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

L99 TUPMOT history

L99 TUP is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 29 Mar 2018. Its MOT is valid until 13 Feb 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 122,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

L99 TUP black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Feb 2027
Mileage
122,888 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 TUP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
29 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 TUP was last recorded at 122,888 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 14,526 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,362 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
14,526 miles
Average per year
13,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,888 miles
  • 2025 – 108,362 miles
  • 2024 – 92,355 miles
  • 2023 – 77,457 miles
  • 2022 – 66,389 miles
  • 2021 – 57,666 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,888 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust shield loose
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 27 Mar 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,888 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    122,888 miles
    Test number
    346450391021
    • AdvisoryExhaust shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail122,888 miles (+14,526)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,888 miles
    Test number
    536361460411
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass108,362 miles (+16,007)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    108,362 miles
    Test number
    255421407516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    92,355 miles
    Test number
    622703787763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail92,355 miles (+14,898)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,355 miles
    Test number
    461530772175
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on but not showing a fault

  6. Pass77,457 miles (+11,068)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    77,457 miles
    Test number
    434985959004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass66,389 miles (+8,723)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    66,389 miles
    Test number
    862863630370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass57,666 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,666 miles
    Test number
    686049023569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L99 TUP

Does L99 TUP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L99 TUP is valid until 13 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L99 TUP?
The MOT on L99 TUP is valid until 13 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L99 TUP done?
L99 TUP was recorded at 122,888 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 13,383 miles a year.
Has L99 TUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 TUP has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L99 TUP 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 L99 TUP find?
L99 TUP passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust shield loose; nearside front tyre slightly damaged inner side wall.

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