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Kia Optima

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

LD62 MYJMOT history

LD62 MYJ is a silver diesel Kia Optima first used on 28 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 59,620 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

LD62 MYJ silver Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
59,620 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,935 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD62 MYJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD62 MYJ was last recorded at 59,620 miles on 20 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,620 miles · 18 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,935 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,620 miles
  • 2025 – 55,884 miles
  • 2024 – 46,605 miles
  • 2022 – 41,343 miles
  • 2021 – 36,993 miles
  • 2020 – 33,621 miles
  • 2016 – 27,351 miles
  • 2015 – 17,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,620 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

11 tests since 21 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    59,620 miles
    Test number
    877828144878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail59,620 miles (+3,736)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,620 miles
    Test number
    270548940245
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass55,884 miles (+9,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    55,884 miles
    Test number
    917767287006
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass46,605 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    46,605 miles
    Test number
    620393880168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail46,600 miles (+5,257)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,600 miles
    Test number
    667167627655
    • MajorOffside Steering locking device missing Track rod end nut split pin missing. (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass41,343 miles (+4,350)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    41,343 miles
    Test number
    398715089592
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded to close (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryComponent corrosion
  7. Pass36,993 miles (+3,372)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    36,993 miles
    Test number
    313835774241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass33,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    33,621 miles
    Test number
    590697911452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail33,621 miles (+6,270)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,621 miles
    Test number
    370786679861
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass27,351 miles (+9,683)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    27,351 miles
    Test number
    482137048030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass17,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    17,668 miles
    Test number
    169317496903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD62 MYJ

Does LD62 MYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD62 MYJ is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD62 MYJ?
The MOT on LD62 MYJ is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD62 MYJ done?
LD62 MYJ was recorded at 59,620 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 3,935 miles a year.
Has LD62 MYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD62 MYJ has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LD62 MYJ 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 LD62 MYJ find?
LD62 MYJ passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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