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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

LC62 MBVMOT history

LC62 MBV is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 26 Nov 2012. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 161,322 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2022.

LC62 MBV black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2023
Mileage
161,322 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2022
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
17,949 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC62 MBV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC62 MBV was last recorded at 161,322 miles on 22 Mar 2022, 6,015 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
155,307 miles · 12 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
6,015 miles
Average per year
17,949 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 161,322 miles
  • 2021 – 155,307 miles
  • 2020 – 151,163 miles
  • 2019 – 125,769 miles
  • 2017 – 101,071 miles
  • 2016 – 76,947 miles
  • 2015 – 47,119 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,322 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

10 tests since 10 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    161,322 miles
    Test number
    585345253231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail161,322 miles (+6,015)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,322 miles
    Test number
    300346232245
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass155,307 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    155,307 miles
    Test number
    316130016410
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail155,306 miles (+4,143)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,306 miles
    Test number
    577592081721
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass151,163 miles (+25,394)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    151,163 miles
    Test number
    603605521338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass125,769 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    125,769 miles
    Test number
    333429997492
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn close to legal limit

  7. Fail125,768 miles (+24,697)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,768 miles
    Test number
    510020764708
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn close to legal limit

  8. Pass101,071 miles (+24,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    101,071 miles
    Test number
    793134609046
    • AdvisoryWind screen cracked on left hand side but not in swept area or obstructing drivers view

  9. Pass76,947 miles (+29,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    76,947 miles
    Test number
    719520473642
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass47,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    47,119 miles
    Test number
    849537243441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC62 MBV

Does LC62 MBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC62 MBV expired on 21 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC62 MBV?
The MOT on LC62 MBV expired on 21 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC62 MBV done?
LC62 MBV was recorded at 161,322 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2022, an average of 17,949 miles a year.
Has LC62 MBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC62 MBV has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LC62 MBV 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 LC62 MBV find?
LC62 MBV passed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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