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Kia Optima

Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

LB65 SOCMOT history

LB65 SOC is a silver diesel Kia Optima first used on 25 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 149,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
149,430 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
17,046 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB65 SOC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
25 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB65 SOC was last recorded at 149,430 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 14,889 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
134,541 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
14,889 miles
Average per year
17,046 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,430 miles
  • 2025 – 134,541 miles
  • 2024 – 118,745 miles
  • 2023 – 109,140 miles
  • 2021 – 86,627 miles
  • 2020 – 54,207 miles
  • 2019 – 27,387 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,430 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

11 tests since 19 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,430 miles (+14,889)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    149,430 miles
    Test number
    679482902047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass134,541 miles (+15,796)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    134,541 miles
    Test number
    684725687175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass118,745 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    118,745 miles
    Test number
    838726857284
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly smearing sceen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn unevenly on the treads

  4. Fail118,745 miles (+9,605)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,745 miles
    Test number
    468592086002
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly smearing sceen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn unevenly on the treads

  5. Pass109,140 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,140 miles
    Test number
    454918450325
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner 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))

  6. Fail109,140 miles (+22,513)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,140 miles
    Test number
    213661114012
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner 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))

  7. Pass86,627 miles (+10,819)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    86,627 miles
    Test number
    482464864640
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Repair or replace soon - chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Puncture/cut in tread replace asap just passed (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass75,808 miles (+21,601)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    75,808 miles
    Test number
    181167970442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,207 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,207 miles
    Test number
    149042984324
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail54,207 miles (+26,820)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,207 miles
    Test number
    963442875581
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass27,387 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    27,387 miles
    Test number
    278691158780
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2x both (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LB65 SOC

Does LB65 SOC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB65 SOC is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB65 SOC?
The MOT on LB65 SOC is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB65 SOC done?
LB65 SOC was recorded at 149,430 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 17,046 miles a year.
Has LB65 SOC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB65 SOC has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB65 SOC 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 SOC find?
LB65 SOC passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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