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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,685 cc

LB63 DMFMOT history

LB63 DMF is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 31 Jan 2014. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 88,452 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
88,452 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB63 DMF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
31 Jan 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB63 DMF was last recorded at 88,452 miles on 8 May 2026, 12,182 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,270 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
12,182 miles
Average per year
6,852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,452 miles
  • 2025 – 76,270 miles
  • 2024 – 54,557 miles
  • 2023 – 47,689 miles
  • 2022 – 41,966 miles
  • 2021 – 37,270 miles
  • 2020 – 34,051 miles
  • 2019 – 31,336 miles
  • 2018 – 28,204 miles
  • 2017 – 24,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,452 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 24 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,452 miles (+12,182)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    88,452 miles
    Test number
    663171676898
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted

  2. Pass76,270 miles (+21,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    76,270 miles
    Test number
    339041262181
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass54,557 miles (+1,457)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    54,557 miles
    Test number
    556420187507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass53,100 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    53,100 miles
    Test number
    869803411985
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Fail53,100 miles (+5,411)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,100 miles
    Test number
    133371476616
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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. Pass47,689 miles (+5,723)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    47,689 miles
    Test number
    372548165401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass41,966 miles (+4,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    41,966 miles
    Test number
    557316123764
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass37,270 miles (+3,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    37,270 miles
    Test number
    474636463896
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and starting to scrub on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass34,051 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    34,051 miles
    Test number
    486951603064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail34,050 miles (+2,714)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,050 miles
    Test number
    260727200112
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  11. Pass31,336 miles (+3,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    31,336 miles
    Test number
    271398841652
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  12. Pass28,204 miles (+3,368)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    28,204 miles
    Test number
    332813052911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass24,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    24,836 miles
    Test number
    407362646686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail24,836 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,836 miles
    Test number
    123440996307
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LB63 DMF

Does LB63 DMF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB63 DMF is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB63 DMF?
The MOT on LB63 DMF is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB63 DMF done?
LB63 DMF was recorded at 88,452 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 6,852 miles a year.
Has LB63 DMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB63 DMF has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB63 DMF 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 LB63 DMF find?
LB63 DMF passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; engine and under covers fitted.

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