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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

LB18 EAXMOT history

LB18 EAX is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 3 Jul 2018. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 5 of 7 MOT tests, with 92,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
92,687 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
7
5 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,794 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB18 EAX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
3 Jul 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB18 EAX was last recorded at 92,687 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 9,200 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,487 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,200 miles
Average per year
12,794 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,687 miles
  • 2025 – 83,487 miles
  • 2024 – 72,295 miles
  • 2023 – 54,989 miles
  • 2022 – 40,213 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,687 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

7 tests since 2 Feb 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    92,687 miles
    Test number
    776865817526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail92,687 miles (+9,200)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,687 miles
    Test number
    630251893263
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass83,487 miles (+11,192)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    83,487 miles
    Test number
    874941703993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass72,295 miles (+17,306)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    72,295 miles
    Test number
    286623508099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass54,989 miles (+14,776)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    54,989 miles
    Test number
    903674058796
    • 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))

  6. Pass40,213 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    40,213 miles
    Test number
    357140457543
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail40,213 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,213 miles
    Test number
    932331780837
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about LB18 EAX

Does LB18 EAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB18 EAX is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB18 EAX?
The MOT on LB18 EAX is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB18 EAX done?
LB18 EAX was recorded at 92,687 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 12,794 miles a year.
Has LB18 EAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB18 EAX has failed 2 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB18 EAX 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 LB18 EAX find?
LB18 EAX passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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