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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

LC18 LEUMOT history

LC18 LEU is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 2 Jul 2018. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 67,736 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

LC18 LEU black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
67,736 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC18 LEU
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
2 Jul 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC18 LEU was last recorded at 67,736 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 8,816 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,920 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,816 miles
Average per year
8,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,736 miles
  • 2025 – 58,920 miles
  • 2024 – 52,365 miles
  • 2023 – 44,405 miles
  • 2022 – 39,809 miles
  • 2021 – 27,194 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,736 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer 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.

  • Dsm cant detect any smoke

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

7 tests since 30 Mar 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,736 miles (+8,816)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    67,736 miles
    Test number
    355756199969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass58,920 miles (+6,555)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    58,920 miles
    Test number
    455602426909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass52,365 miles (+7,960)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    52,365 miles
    Test number
    783002869005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,405 miles (+4,596)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    44,405 miles
    Test number
    902835170036
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass39,809 miles (+12,615)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    39,809 miles
    Test number
    928297557721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass27,194 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    27,194 miles
    Test number
    631929376358
    • AdvisoryDsm cant detect any smoke

  7. Fail27,170 miles1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,170 miles
    Test number
    404471206585
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade torn
    • AdvisoryDsm cant detect any smoke

Questions about LC18 LEU

Does LC18 LEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC18 LEU is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC18 LEU?
The MOT on LC18 LEU is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC18 LEU done?
LC18 LEU was recorded at 67,736 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 8,110 miles a year.
Has LC18 LEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC18 LEU has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LC18 LEU 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 LEU find?
LC18 LEU passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge.

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