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Kia Optima

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,685 cc

LB61 EPXMOT history

LB61 EPX is a grey diesel Kia Optima first used on 29 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 121,822 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
121,822 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 EPX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 EPX was last recorded at 121,822 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 27,131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,691 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
27,131 miles
Average per year
9,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,822 miles
  • 2025 – 94,691 miles
  • 2024 – 66,808 miles
  • 2023 – 65,379 miles
  • 2022 – 60,461 miles
  • 2021 – 54,506 miles
  • 2020 – 48,731 miles
  • 2019 – 43,931 miles
  • 2018 – 37,721 miles
  • 2017 – 32,028 miles
  • 2016 – 27,466 miles
  • 2015 – 21,308 miles
  • 2014 – 14,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,822 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.

  • Too much oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 6 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,822 miles (+27,131)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    121,822 miles
    Test number
    188019336661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass94,691 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    94,691 miles
    Test number
    946967761357
    • AdvisoryToo much oil

  3. Fail94,690 miles (+27,882)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,690 miles
    Test number
    994152420572
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryToo much oil

  4. Pass66,808 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    66,808 miles
    Test number
    929142200719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail66,808 miles (+1,429)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,808 miles
    Test number
    587540471272
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass65,379 miles (+4,918)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    65,379 miles
    Test number
    337844488715
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass60,461 miles (+5,955)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    60,461 miles
    Test number
    348246974461
    • AdvisoryFront Slight Play In Top Steering Column

  8. Pass54,506 miles (+5,775)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    54,506 miles
    Test number
    605800701832
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass48,731 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    48,731 miles
    Test number
    546514351006
    • 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))

  10. Fail48,722 miles (+4,791)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,722 miles
    Test number
    227839470538
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (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))

  11. Pass43,931 miles (+6,210)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    43,931 miles
    Test number
    351764598578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,721 miles (+5,693)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    37,721 miles
    Test number
    739578313219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,028 miles (+4,562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    32,028 miles
    Test number
    273044659033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass27,466 miles (+6,158)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    27,466 miles
    Test number
    730087798078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,308 miles (+458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    21,308 miles
    Test number
    112830921205
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Fail20,850 miles (+6,335)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,850 miles
    Test number
    470370415771
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate non-reflective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate non-reflective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass14,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    14,515 miles
    Test number
    468660744481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 EPX

Does LB61 EPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 EPX is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 EPX?
The MOT on LB61 EPX is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 EPX done?
LB61 EPX was recorded at 121,822 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 9,453 miles a year.
Has LB61 EPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 EPX has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 EPX 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 LB61 EPX find?
LB61 EPX passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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