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Kia Optima

Silver · Diesel · 2014 · 1,685 cc

LC14 XJZMOT history

LC14 XJZ is a silver diesel Kia Optima first used on 30 Jun 2014. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 149,358 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

LC14 XJZ silver Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
149,358 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC14 XJZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
30 Jun 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC14 XJZ was last recorded at 149,358 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 6,154 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,204 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,154 miles
Average per year
12,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,358 miles
  • 2025 – 143,204 miles
  • 2024 – 137,067 miles
  • 2023 – 124,185 miles
  • 2022 – 104,943 miles
  • 2021 – 89,953 miles
  • 2020 – 74,567 miles
  • 2019 – 59,831 miles
  • 2018 – 42,980 miles
  • 2017 – 33,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,358 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 30 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    149,358 miles
    Test number
    423145709058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail149,358 miles (+6,154)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,358 miles
    Test number
    392075867823
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass143,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    143,204 miles
    Test number
    280097982380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail143,202 miles (+6,135)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,202 miles
    Test number
    529271491679
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 lamps not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass137,067 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    137,067 miles
    Test number
    482124439658
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail137,066 miles (+12,881)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,066 miles
    Test number
    803317056445
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass124,185 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    124,185 miles
    Test number
    592875131353
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail124,183 miles (+19,240)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,183 miles
    Test number
    553249598882
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass104,943 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    104,943 miles
    Test number
    590514257758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail104,942 miles (+14,989)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,942 miles
    Test number
    442388705537
    • MajorElectronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated control button loose (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass89,953 miles (+15,386)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    89,953 miles
    Test number
    261983883259
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated Switch lever broken off but when moved buttons can be pressed to operate as normal (1.1.6 (d))

  12. Pass74,567 miles (+14,736)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    74,567 miles
    Test number
    208265443598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,831 miles (+16,851)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,831 miles
    Test number
    588983544206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass42,980 miles (+9,893)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    42,980 miles
    Test number
    132767819460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    33,087 miles
    Test number
    463764664794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC14 XJZ

Does LC14 XJZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC14 XJZ is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC14 XJZ?
The MOT on LC14 XJZ is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC14 XJZ done?
LC14 XJZ was recorded at 149,358 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 12,613 miles a year.
Has LC14 XJZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC14 XJZ has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LC14 XJZ 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 LC14 XJZ find?
LC14 XJZ passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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