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Kia Optima

Blue · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

LG18 FCXMOT history

LG18 FCX is a blue diesel Kia Optima first used on 31 Mar 2018. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 185,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Nov 2025.

LG18 FCX blue Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
185,219 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2025
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
27,239 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG18 FCX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
31 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG18 FCX was last recorded at 185,219 miles on 30 Nov 2025, 32,975 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
152,244 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
32,975 miles
Average per year
27,239 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 185,219 miles
  • 2024 – 152,244 miles
  • 2023 – 125,225 miles
  • 2022 – 81,844 miles
  • 2021 – 56,574 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,219 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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.

  • Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 11 Mar 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,219 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    185,219 miles
    Test number
    322554414251
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail185,219 miles (+32,975)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,219 miles
    Test number
    610949028081
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass152,244 miles (+19,208)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    152,244 miles
    Test number
    316044977739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass133,036 miles (+7,811)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    133,036 miles
    Test number
    164068579897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass125,225 miles (+7,102)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    125,225 miles
    Test number
    724484039230
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides. (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass118,123 miles (+36,279)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    118,123 miles
    Test number
    319311323316
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres out of shape inner edge excessive

  7. Pass81,844 miles (+25,270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    81,844 miles
    Test number
    858306181659
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate slightly damaged but not likely to be misread
    • AdvisoryRear unable to check full operation of all 3 rear adult belts as seat backs are folded

  8. Pass56,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    56,574 miles
    Test number
    873092512362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LG18 FCX

Does LG18 FCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG18 FCX is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LG18 FCX?
The MOT on LG18 FCX is valid until 1 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 FCX done?
LG18 FCX was recorded at 185,219 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2025, an average of 27,239 miles a year.
Has LG18 FCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG18 FCX has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LG18 FCX 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 FCX find?
LG18 FCX passed its latest MOT on 30 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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