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Kia Optima

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,685 cc

LC61 VVKMOT history

LC61 VVK is a silver diesel Kia Optima first used on 5 Dec 2011. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2024 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 58,007 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2023.

LC61 VVK silver Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2024
Mileage
58,007 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2023
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 VVK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
5 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 VVK was last recorded at 58,007 miles on 4 Oct 2023, 4,045 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,962 miles · 1 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
4,045 miles
Average per year
5,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 58,007 miles
  • 2022 – 53,962 miles
  • 2021 – 39,462 miles
  • 2019 – 33,260 miles
  • 2017 – 32,153 miles
  • 2016 – 25,428 miles
  • 2015 – 21,422 miles
  • 2014 – 12,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,007 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

11 tests since 18 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,007 miles (+4,045)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    58,007 miles
    Test number
    760051343980
    • AdvisoryParking brake Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
  2. Pass53,962 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    53,962 miles
    Test number
    933673900642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail53,954 miles (+14,492)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,954 miles
    Test number
    737863921983
    • DangerousSteering column attachment defective to the extent that there is a serious risk of detachment (2.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass39,462 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    39,462 miles
    Test number
    343308775635
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight POP noise from steering, all components checked, nothing broken, damaged, loose or worn
  5. Fail39,461 miles (+6,201)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,461 miles
    Test number
    349773540417
    • MajorSteering column universal joint has excessive wear or play Column (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  6. Pass33,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    33,260 miles
    Test number
    602194623227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail33,260 miles (+1,107)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,260 miles
    Test number
    226354906041
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass32,153 miles (+6,725)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    32,153 miles
    Test number
    987982337253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass25,428 miles (+4,006)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    25,428 miles
    Test number
    871966868182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass21,422 miles (+8,452)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    21,422 miles
    Test number
    311604209862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass12,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    12,970 miles
    Test number
    117962724300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 VVK

Does LC61 VVK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC61 VVK expired on 3 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC61 VVK?
The MOT on LC61 VVK expired on 3 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC61 VVK done?
LC61 VVK was recorded at 58,007 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2023, an average of 5,074 miles a year.
Has LC61 VVK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 VVK has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LC61 VVK 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 LC61 VVK find?
LC61 VVK passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2023 with 1 advisory: parking brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

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