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Kia Optima

Blue · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

LB18 HCVMOT history

LB18 HCV is a blue diesel Kia Optima first used on 26 Jun 2018. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 99,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
99,715 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
13,049 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB18 HCV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
26 Jun 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB18 HCV was last recorded at 99,715 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 946 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,769 miles · 16 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
946 miles
Average per year
13,049 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,715 miles
  • 2025 – 74,091 miles
  • 2024 – 64,016 miles
  • 2023 – 49,323 miles
  • 2022 – 43,217 miles
  • 2021 – 35,550 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,715 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass99,715 miles (+946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    99,715 miles
    Test number
    768285368083
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail98,769 miles (+24,678)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,769 miles
    Test number
    352247695025
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted perverting full inspection of under side

  3. Pass74,091 miles (+10,075)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    74,091 miles
    Test number
    720843327842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass64,016 miles (+14,693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    64,016 miles
    Test number
    129263716821
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass49,323 miles (+6,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    49,323 miles
    Test number
    541968608632
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  6. Pass43,217 miles (+7,667)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    43,217 miles
    Test number
    348653458857
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass35,550 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    35,550 miles
    Test number
    547163450449
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Questions about LB18 HCV

Does LB18 HCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB18 HCV is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB18 HCV?
The MOT on LB18 HCV is valid until 26 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 HCV done?
LB18 HCV was recorded at 99,715 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 13,049 miles a year.
Has LB18 HCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB18 HCV has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB18 HCV 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 HCV find?
LB18 HCV passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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