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Kia Optima

Silver · Diesel · 2018 · 1,598 cc

LG68 AFZMOT history

LG68 AFZ is a silver diesel Kia Optima first used on 24 Sept 2018. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 5 of 7 MOT tests, with 133,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

LG68 AFZ silver Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
133,427 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
7
5 passed · 2 failed
Per year
18,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG68 AFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
24 Sept 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG68 AFZ was last recorded at 133,427 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 18,411 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,016 miles · 30 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
18,411 miles
Average per year
18,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,427 miles
  • 2024 – 115,016 miles
  • 2023 – 97,324 miles
  • 2022 – 70,618 miles
  • 2021 – 52,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,427 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

7 tests since 13 Aug 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,427 miles (+18,411)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    133,427 miles
    Test number
    180541831025
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass115,016 miles (+17,692)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    115,016 miles
    Test number
    795357864475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass97,324 miles (+3,017)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    97,324 miles
    Test number
    129064010975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail94,307 miles (+23,689)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,307 miles
    Test number
    639618022746
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  5. Pass70,618 miles (+3,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    70,618 miles
    Test number
    412167166165
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts can not be tested.
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted, preventing the full inspection of the area under engine.

  6. Fail67,169 miles (+15,168)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,169 miles
    Test number
    514328472170
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass52,001 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    52,001 miles
    Test number
    952844409304
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LG68 AFZ

Does LG68 AFZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG68 AFZ is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG68 AFZ?
The MOT on LG68 AFZ is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG68 AFZ done?
LG68 AFZ was recorded at 133,427 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 18,325 miles a year.
Has LG68 AFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG68 AFZ has failed 2 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LG68 AFZ 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 LG68 AFZ find?
LG68 AFZ passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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