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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

LD16 VDFMOT history

LD16 VDF is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 21 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 102,392 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

LD16 VDF black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
102,392 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD16 VDF
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
21 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD16 VDF was last recorded at 102,392 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 4,542 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,850 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,542 miles
Average per year
10,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,392 miles
  • 2025 – 97,850 miles
  • 2024 – 82,769 miles
  • 2023 – 78,037 miles
  • 2022 – 63,537 miles
  • 2021 – 50,151 miles
  • 2020 – 40,154 miles
  • 2019 – 25,529 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,392 miles
  • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

11 tests since 5 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,392 miles (+4,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    102,392 miles
    Test number
    618243315348
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  2. Pass97,850 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    97,850 miles
    Test number
    379911398833
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail97,827 miles (+15,058)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,827 miles
    Test number
    320826118421
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass82,769 miles (+4,732)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    82,769 miles
    Test number
    748269171142
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
  5. Pass78,037 miles (+2,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    78,037 miles
    Test number
    787163690519
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively INNER AND OUTTER (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAY FIT AT TIME OF TEST
  6. Pass75,642 miles (+12,105)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    75,642 miles
    Test number
    966177585411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass63,537 miles (+13,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2023
    Odometer
    63,537 miles
    Test number
    990851209203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  8. Pass50,151 miles (+9,997)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    50,151 miles
    Test number
    708350359769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass40,154 miles (+7)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    40,154 miles
    Test number
    596225474369
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail40,147 miles (+14,618)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,147 miles
    Test number
    368490058708
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass25,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    25,529 miles
    Test number
    286064473688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD16 VDF

Does LD16 VDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD16 VDF is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD16 VDF?
The MOT on LD16 VDF is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD16 VDF done?
LD16 VDF was recorded at 102,392 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 10,284 miles a year.
Has LD16 VDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD16 VDF has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LD16 VDF 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 VDF find?
LD16 VDF passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated.

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