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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 1,685 cc

T44 LYCMOT history

T44 LYC is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 28 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 83,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
83,881 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T44 LYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
28 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T44 LYC was last recorded at 83,881 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 14,109 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,772 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
14,109 miles
Average per year
10,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,881 miles
  • 2025 – 69,772 miles
  • 2024 – 54,190 miles
  • 2023 – 46,467 miles
  • 2022 – 36,504 miles
  • 2021 – 28,458 miles
  • 2020 – 23,466 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,881 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

9 tests since 25 Sept 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,881 miles (+14,109)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    83,881 miles
    Test number
    813765734411
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass69,772 miles (+15,582)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    69,772 miles
    Test number
    584466623424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides slightly corrored on outer surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt N/S and O/S
  3. Pass54,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    54,190 miles
    Test number
    595742896362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail54,190 miles (+7,723)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,190 miles
    Test number
    908604780444
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass46,467 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    46,467 miles
    Test number
    641985852583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail46,394 miles (+9,890)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,394 miles
    Test number
    474399604974
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass36,504 miles (+8,046)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    36,504 miles
    Test number
    847293541548
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass28,458 miles (+4,992)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    28,458 miles
    Test number
    741403755048
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass23,466 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    23,466 miles
    Test number
    139486773181
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S/F and O/S/F (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront N/S/F and O/S/F pads worn low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut to side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about T44 LYC

Does T44 LYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T44 LYC is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T44 LYC?
The MOT on T44 LYC is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T44 LYC done?
T44 LYC was recorded at 83,881 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 10,240 miles a year.
Has T44 LYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T44 LYC has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T44 LYC 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 T44 LYC find?
T44 LYC passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside windscreen wiper blade defective; child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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