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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2019 · 1,598 cc

LB68 HZUMOT history

LB68 HZU is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 6 Feb 2019. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 5 of 6 MOT tests, with 77,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
77,501 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
6
5 passed · 1 failed
Per year
12,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB68 HZU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2019
First used
6 Feb 2019
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB68 HZU was last recorded at 77,501 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 298 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,203 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
298 miles
Average per year
12,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,501 miles
  • 2025 – 69,615 miles
  • 2024 – 54,815 miles
  • 2023 – 40,025 miles
  • 2022 – 25,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,501 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake discs

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

6 tests since 19 Jan 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,501 miles (+298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    77,501 miles
    Test number
    789959239704
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail77,203 miles (+7,588)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,203 miles
    Test number
    451487868012
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass69,615 miles (+14,800)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    69,615 miles
    Test number
    355717700508
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Starting to get low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass54,815 miles (+14,790)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    54,815 miles
    Test number
    519320692339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing On Inner sidwall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn smooth (BALD) on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn smooth (BALD) on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass40,025 miles (+14,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    40,025 miles
    Test number
    464953291502
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass25,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    25,993 miles
    Test number
    840816116469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB68 HZU

Does LB68 HZU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB68 HZU is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB68 HZU?
The MOT on LB68 HZU is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB68 HZU done?
LB68 HZU was recorded at 77,501 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 12,402 miles a year.
Has LB68 HZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB68 HZU has failed 1 of its 6 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB68 HZU 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 LB68 HZU find?
LB68 HZU passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge.

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