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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

LB65 SEYMOT history

LB65 SEY is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 25 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 97,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
97,164 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB65 SEY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
25 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB65 SEY was last recorded at 97,164 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 15,548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,616 miles · 4 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
15,548 miles
Average per year
9,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,164 miles
  • 2025 – 81,616 miles
  • 2024 – 67,768 miles
  • 2023 – 58,025 miles
  • 2022 – 48,833 miles
  • 2021 – 43,792 miles
  • 2020 – 37,177 miles
  • 2019 – 25,573 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,164 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened On inner surface (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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 21 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,164 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    97,164 miles
    Test number
    748676316992
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened On inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail97,164 miles (+15,548)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,164 miles
    Test number
    604016283178
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed On tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread remaining advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened On inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass81,616 miles (+5,111)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    81,616 miles
    Test number
    868887132755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,505 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    76,505 miles
    Test number
    871991558661
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail76,502 miles (+8,734)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,502 miles
    Test number
    345459776356
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass67,768 miles (+9,743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    67,768 miles
    Test number
    967228339384
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass58,025 miles (+9,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    58,025 miles
    Test number
    934380565333
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass48,833 miles (+1,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    48,833 miles
    Test number
    692345493616
    • 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))

  9. Pass47,667 miles (+3,875)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    47,667 miles
    Test number
    260526122367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,792 miles (+6,615)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    43,792 miles
    Test number
    590081338944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass37,177 miles (+11,604)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    37,177 miles
    Test number
    517152193288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    25,573 miles
    Test number
    757083615099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB65 SEY

Does LB65 SEY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB65 SEY is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB65 SEY?
The MOT on LB65 SEY is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB65 SEY done?
LB65 SEY was recorded at 97,164 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 9,543 miles a year.
Has LB65 SEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB65 SEY has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB65 SEY 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 LB65 SEY find?
LB65 SEY passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust heat shield insecure; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner surface; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner surface.

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