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DF15 LCU

2015 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

44,779 mi
Last recorded44,779 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2015 Kia Optima58,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF15 LCU
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 44,779 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2026 44,778 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

TPMS light on

Pass 30 Jun 2025 43,744 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 42,812 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 41,717 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 41,717 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nail in tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 40,502 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 40,502 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2021 38,982 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 37,635 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 35,121 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 32,110 miles

Front Body not fully secure bumper (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 32,110 miles

Front Body not fully secure bumper (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

How Reliable is the Kia Optima?

Based on 96,564 MOT tests across 12,485 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
8,760
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
12,485
On UK Roads
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DF15 LCU is a 2015 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2015 Kia Optima models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 58,587 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Kia Optima typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 11 years old, this Kia Optima is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF15 LCU registered?

DF15 LCU is a 2015 Kia Optima, first registered on 15 June 2015.

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