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Kia Optima

Black · Hybrid electric (clean) · 2018 · 1,999 cc

LC18 VRJMOT history

LC18 VRJ is a black hybrid electric (clean) Kia Optima first used on 2 Jul 2018. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 45,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

LC18 VRJ black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
45,334 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC18 VRJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Hybrid electric (clean)
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
2 Jul 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC18 VRJ was last recorded at 45,334 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 4,834 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
40,500 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,834 miles
Average per year
4,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,334 miles
  • 2025 – 40,500 miles
  • 2024 – 35,934 miles
  • 2023 – 31,316 miles
  • 2022 – 26,902 miles
  • 2021 – 23,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,334 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

7 tests since 28 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,334 miles (+4,834)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    45,334 miles
    Test number
    673270406533
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass40,500 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    40,500 miles
    Test number
    538769513168
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail40,500 miles (+4,566)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,500 miles
    Test number
    858979253901
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass35,934 miles (+4,618)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    35,934 miles
    Test number
    615690066382
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass31,316 miles (+4,414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    31,316 miles
    Test number
    931658570147
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass26,902 miles (+3,812)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    26,902 miles
    Test number
    200494538216
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass23,090 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    23,090 miles
    Test number
    382998558696
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Questions about LC18 VRJ

Does LC18 VRJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC18 VRJ is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC18 VRJ?
The MOT on LC18 VRJ is valid until 23 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 VRJ done?
LC18 VRJ was recorded at 45,334 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 4,394 miles a year.
Has LC18 VRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC18 VRJ has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LC18 VRJ 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 VRJ find?
LC18 VRJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front items removed from driver's view prior to test; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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