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Kia Optima

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,685 cc

T18 WMGMOT history

T18 WMG is a white diesel Kia Optima first used on 11 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 127,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
127,622 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,849 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 WMG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
11 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 WMG was last recorded at 127,622 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 13,302 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,320 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
13,302 miles
Average per year
8,849 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,622 miles
  • 2025 – 114,320 miles
  • 2024 – 104,868 miles
  • 2023 – 101,836 miles
  • 2022 – 92,453 miles
  • 2021 – 85,122 miles
  • 2020 – 78,731 miles
  • 2019 – 70,717 miles
  • 2018 – 62,482 miles
  • 2017 – 53,551 miles
  • 2016 – 41,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,622 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened pan arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened pan arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 6 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,622 miles (+13,302)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    127,622 miles
    Test number
    161969007560
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass114,320 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    114,320 miles
    Test number
    158437259585
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened pan arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened pan arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail114,319 miles (+9,451)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,319 miles
    Test number
    205360677866
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt missing rear seat belt stalk (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened pan arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened pan arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass104,868 miles (+3,032)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    104,868 miles
    Test number
    855108925818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass101,836 miles (+231)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    101,836 miles
    Test number
    407106950929
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail101,605 miles (+9,152)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,605 miles
    Test number
    859500668858
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link upper dust cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass92,453 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    92,453 miles
    Test number
    491212660698
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail92,451 miles (+7,329)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,451 miles
    Test number
    401185320145
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass85,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,122 miles
    Test number
    837150490045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail85,122 miles (+6,391)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,122 miles
    Test number
    664543822879
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass78,731 miles (+8,014)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    78,731 miles
    Test number
    259057172842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,717 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    70,717 miles
    Test number
    502682007187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail70,717 miles (+8,235)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,717 miles
    Test number
    598601901632
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass62,482 miles (+8,931)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,482 miles
    Test number
    233217445119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    53,551 miles
    Test number
    506414740069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,551 miles (+12,054)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,551 miles
    Test number
    608633336156
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass41,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    41,497 miles
    Test number
    753521138081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T18 WMG

Does T18 WMG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 WMG is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T18 WMG?
The MOT on T18 WMG is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 WMG done?
T18 WMG was recorded at 127,622 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 8,849 miles a year.
Has T18 WMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 WMG has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T18 WMG 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 T18 WMG find?
T18 WMG passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both.

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