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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,685 cc

LB62 PVZMOT history

LB62 PVZ is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 17 Jan 2013. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 84,370 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
84,370 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB62 PVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
17 Jan 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB62 PVZ was last recorded at 84,370 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 4,925 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,445 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,925 miles
Average per year
4,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,370 miles
  • 2025 – 79,445 miles
  • 2024 – 71,524 miles
  • 2023 – 68,144 miles
  • 2022 – 63,660 miles
  • 2021 – 56,684 miles
  • 2020 – 51,398 miles
  • 2019 – 48,266 miles
  • 2018 – 43,750 miles
  • 2017 – 38,311 miles
  • 2016 – 34,232 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,370 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Play in steering motor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 4 Jan 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,370 miles (+4,925)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    84,370 miles
    Test number
    891486561424
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass79,445 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    79,445 miles
    Test number
    785552573951
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail79,435 miles (+7,911)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,435 miles
    Test number
    824686174389
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass71,524 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    71,524 miles
    Test number
    523301143015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail71,524 miles (+3,380)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,524 miles
    Test number
    434884600483
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass68,144 miles (+4,484)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    68,144 miles
    Test number
    880179563227
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering motor

  7. Pass63,660 miles (+6,976)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    63,660 miles
    Test number
    424191685804
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering motor

  8. Pass56,684 miles (+5,286)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    56,684 miles
    Test number
    923465741999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,398 miles (+101)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    51,398 miles
    Test number
    582394322844
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass51,297 miles (+3,031)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    51,297 miles
    Test number
    847056337201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,266 miles (+4,516)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    48,266 miles
    Test number
    102812194578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,750 miles (+5,439)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    43,750 miles
    Test number
    385251744326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    38,311 miles
    Test number
    610256908607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail38,311 miles (+4,079)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,311 miles
    Test number
    850680683932
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass34,232 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    34,232 miles
    Test number
    713888138535
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low

Questions about LB62 PVZ

Does LB62 PVZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB62 PVZ is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB62 PVZ?
The MOT on LB62 PVZ is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB62 PVZ done?
LB62 PVZ was recorded at 84,370 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 4,762 miles a year.
Has LB62 PVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB62 PVZ has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB62 PVZ 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 LB62 PVZ find?
LB62 PVZ passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 3 more.

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