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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

LG18 EUNMOT history

LG18 EUN is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 12 Apr 2018. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 137,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

LG18 EUN black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Optima, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
137,227 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG18 EUN
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
12 Apr 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG18 EUN was last recorded at 137,227 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 2,915 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,312 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,915 miles
Average per year
12,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,227 miles
  • 2024 – 127,922 miles
  • 2023 – 121,597 miles
  • 2022 – 97,952 miles
  • 2021 – 77,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,227 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.

  • Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 19 Apr 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,227 miles (+2,915)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    137,227 miles
    Test number
    517438470346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass134,312 miles (+6,390)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    134,312 miles
    Test number
    938338963323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass127,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    127,922 miles
    Test number
    743013512185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail127,922 miles (+6,325)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,922 miles
    Test number
    870595526733
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,597 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    121,597 miles
    Test number
    495736931852
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both bald and cracking inside recommend changing (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail121,597 miles (+23,645)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,597 miles
    Test number
    404265041815
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both bald and cracking inside recommend changing (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass97,952 miles (+20,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    97,952 miles
    Test number
    730145748034
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass77,047 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    77,047 miles
    Test number
    549429979721
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LG18 EUN

Does LG18 EUN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG18 EUN is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LG18 EUN?
The MOT on LG18 EUN is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG18 EUN done?
LG18 EUN was recorded at 137,227 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 12,968 miles a year.
Has LG18 EUN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG18 EUN has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LG18 EUN 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 LG18 EUN find?
LG18 EUN passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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