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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

LD16 VDEMOT history

LD16 VDE is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 20 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 88,132 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

LD16 VDE black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
88,132 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD16 VDE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
20 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD16 VDE was last recorded at 88,132 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 11,729 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
76,403 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,729 miles
Average per year
10,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,132 miles
  • 2025 – 76,403 miles
  • 2024 – 67,525 miles
  • 2023 – 55,388 miles
  • 2022 – 42,826 miles
  • 2021 – 32,475 miles
  • 2020 – 23,382 miles
  • 2019 – 19,287 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,132 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavy wear which is visually, obviously below manufacturer's minimum specifications (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

11 tests since 15 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,132 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    88,132 miles
    Test number
    540053904268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavy wear which is visually, obviously below manufacturer's minimum specifications (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail88,130 miles (+11,727)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,130 miles
    Test number
    742018458384
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavy wear which is visually, obviously below manufacturer's minimum specifications (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass76,403 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    76,403 miles
    Test number
    517077743797
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail76,403 miles (+8,878)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,403 miles
    Test number
    437964309786
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge recommended replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge recommended replace (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass67,525 miles (+12,137)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    67,525 miles
    Test number
    237468066536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge 235-45-18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass55,388 miles (+12,562)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    55,388 miles
    Test number
    730853720917
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner secondary tread also has cut but not to cords 235-45-18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass42,826 miles (+10,351)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    42,826 miles
    Test number
    548587666658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass32,475 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    32,475 miles
    Test number
    377470659231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail32,475 miles (+9,093)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,475 miles
    Test number
    903964577639
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass23,382 miles (+4,095)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    23,382 miles
    Test number
    960910513044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass19,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    19,287 miles
    Test number
    395579530187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD16 VDE

Does LD16 VDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD16 VDE is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD16 VDE?
The MOT on LD16 VDE is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD16 VDE done?
LD16 VDE was recorded at 88,132 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 10,119 miles a year.
Has LD16 VDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD16 VDE has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LD16 VDE 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 LD16 VDE find?
LD16 VDE passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavy wear which is visually, obviously below manufacturer's minimum specifications.

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