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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

LC18 LCVMOT history

LC18 LCV is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 4 Jul 2018. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 87,574 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

LC18 LCV black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
87,574 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
11,438 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC18 LCV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
4 Jul 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC18 LCV was last recorded at 87,574 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 10,282 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
77,292 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,282 miles
Average per year
11,438 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,574 miles
  • 2025 – 77,292 miles
  • 2024 – 66,174 miles
  • 2023 – 53,275 miles
  • 2022 – 42,050 miles
  • 2021 – 29,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,574 miles

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test now on passenger seat

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

7 tests since 22 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,574 miles (+10,282)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    87,574 miles
    Test number
    149473866075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass77,292 miles (+11,118)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    77,292 miles
    Test number
    570272897670
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass66,174 miles (+12,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    66,174 miles
    Test number
    173798737680
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise both rear tyres wearing inner edges of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass53,275 miles (+11,225)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    53,275 miles
    Test number
    155544065351
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective advise both front wipers slightly smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test now on passenger seat
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively advise wheel binding advise brake check (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass42,050 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    42,050 miles
    Test number
    960026002850
    • AdvisoryUndertrays & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

  6. Fail42,050 miles (+12,160)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,050 miles
    Test number
    226056482911
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise tyre worn / balding inner edge of tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

  7. Pass29,890 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    29,890 miles
    Test number
    404845344763
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test now on passenger seat
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn inner & outer edges of tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin wearing thin & uneven to nearside front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn inner edge of tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays sill covers & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

Questions about LC18 LCV

Does LC18 LCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC18 LCV is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC18 LCV?
The MOT on LC18 LCV is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC18 LCV done?
LC18 LCV was recorded at 87,574 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 11,438 miles a year.
Has LC18 LCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC18 LCV has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LC18 LCV 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 LC18 LCV find?
LC18 LCV passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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