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Kia Optima

Blue · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

LB18 HCYMOT history

LB18 HCY is a blue diesel Kia Optima first used on 26 Jun 2018. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 77,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
77,192 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,748 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB18 HCY
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 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB18 HCY was last recorded at 77,192 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 16,094 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,098 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
16,094 miles
Average per year
8,748 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,192 miles
  • 2025 – 61,098 miles
  • 2024 – 55,603 miles
  • 2023 – 46,079 miles
  • 2022 – 38,158 miles
  • 2021 – 34,103 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,192 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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 Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Window seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass77,192 miles (+16,094)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    77,192 miles
    Test number
    740478434825
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass61,098 miles (+5,495)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    61,098 miles
    Test number
    268566791437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass55,603 miles (+9,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    55,603 miles
    Test number
    667740569923
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass46,079 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    46,079 miles
    Test number
    960611607576
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Fail46,079 miles (+7,921)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,079 miles
    Test number
    458169189737
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass38,158 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    38,158 miles
    Test number
    778631383675
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindow seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Fail38,158 miles (+4,055)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,158 miles
    Test number
    286472595145
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindow seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass34,103 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    34,103 miles
    Test number
    158163352372
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LB18 HCY

Does LB18 HCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB18 HCY is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB18 HCY?
The MOT on LB18 HCY is valid until 29 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 HCY done?
LB18 HCY was recorded at 77,192 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 8,748 miles a year.
Has LB18 HCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB18 HCY has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LB18 HCY 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 HCY find?
LB18 HCY passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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