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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

LG18 EVYMOT history

LG18 EVY is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 16 Apr 2018. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 54,665 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

LG18 EVY black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
54,665 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,614 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG18 EVY
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
16 Apr 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG18 EVY was last recorded at 54,665 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 3,946 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,719 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,946 miles
Average per year
6,614 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,665 miles
  • 2025 – 50,719 miles
  • 2024 – 46,268 miles
  • 2023 – 40,995 miles
  • 2022 – 30,080 miles
  • 2021 – 21,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,665 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front tyres wearing unevenly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

7 tests since 5 Apr 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,665 miles (+3,946)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    54,665 miles
    Test number
    618943845493
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass50,719 miles (+4,451)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    50,719 miles
    Test number
    644975644067
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing unevenly with damaged sidewall
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing unevenly with deep cut in tread

  3. Pass46,268 miles (+5,273)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    46,268 miles
    Test number
    227374548581
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryN/s mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing unevenly

  4. Pass40,995 miles (+10,915)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    40,995 miles
    Test number
    796274112706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass30,080 miles (+83)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    30,080 miles
    Test number
    137958316375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail29,997 miles (+8,614)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,997 miles
    Test number
    212558787865
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass21,383 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    21,383 miles
    Test number
    671415618638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Caliper bleed nipple damp (possible fluid leak )
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about LG18 EVY

Does LG18 EVY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG18 EVY is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG18 EVY?
The MOT on LG18 EVY is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG18 EVY done?
LG18 EVY was recorded at 54,665 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 6,614 miles a year.
Has LG18 EVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG18 EVY has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LG18 EVY 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 EVY find?
LG18 EVY passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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