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Kia Optima

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

LD62 MYXMOT history

LD62 MYX is a silver diesel Kia Optima first used on 28 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 132,106 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

LD62 MYX silver Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Optima, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
132,106 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD62 MYX
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 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD62 MYX was last recorded at 132,106 miles on 22 May 2026, 2,787 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,319 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,787 miles
Average per year
9,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,106 miles
  • 2025 – 129,319 miles
  • 2024 – 124,387 miles
  • 2023 – 117,107 miles
  • 2022 – 88,086 miles
  • 2021 – 64,889 miles
  • 2020 – 62,096 miles
  • 2019 – 53,987 miles
  • 2018 – 42,597 miles
  • 2017 – 35,737 miles
  • 2016 – 32,943 miles
  • 2015 – 26,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,106 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 18 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,106 miles (+2,787)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    132,106 miles
    Test number
    705786227088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass129,319 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    129,319 miles
    Test number
    773199221221
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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))
  3. Fail129,319 miles (+4,932)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,319 miles
    Test number
    557735775902
    • MajorFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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))
  4. Pass124,387 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    124,387 miles
    Test number
    805288285347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail124,386 miles (+7,279)8 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,386 miles
    Test number
    700794577585
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass117,107 miles (+477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    117,107 miles
    Test number
    576664309369
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail116,630 miles (+28,544)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,630 miles
    Test number
    227487585334
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
  8. Pass88,086 miles (+23,197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    88,086 miles
    Test number
    116428689780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass64,889 miles (+2,793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    64,889 miles
    Test number
    324985163720
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  10. Pass62,096 miles (+8,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    62,096 miles
    Test number
    623514809950
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Flexi brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Pass53,987 miles (+550)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    53,987 miles
    Test number
    383429336739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail53,437 miles (+10,840)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,437 miles
    Test number
    251353183696
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass42,597 miles (+6,860)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    42,597 miles
    Test number
    886929662068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,737 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    35,737 miles
    Test number
    312548113516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,723 miles (+2,780)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    35,723 miles
    Test number
    791775544191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,943 miles (+5,952)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    32,943 miles
    Test number
    337933317531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,991 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    26,991 miles
    Test number
    291287552333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt not checked- baby seat fitted

Questions about LD62 MYX

Does LD62 MYX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD62 MYX is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD62 MYX?
The MOT on LD62 MYX is valid until 22 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 MYX done?
LD62 MYX was recorded at 132,106 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 9,847 miles a year.
Has LD62 MYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD62 MYX has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LD62 MYX 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 MYX find?
LD62 MYX passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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