
Kia Optima
Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc
LD62 NCAMOT history
LD62 NCA is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 27 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 114,474 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 3 Dec 2026
- Mileage
- 114,474 mi
- At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
- MOT tests
- 16
- 11 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 8,016 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LD62 NCA
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Kia
- Model
- Optima
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,685 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2012
- First used
- 27 Sept 2012
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 4 Dec 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LD62 NCA was last recorded at 114,474 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 10 Sept 2019: 68,880 miles, lower than 69,985 miles on 6 Sept 2018.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 114,424 miles · 26 Nov 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 50 miles
- Average per year
- 8,016 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 114,474 miles
- 2024 – 106,746 miles
- 2023 – 103,545 miles
- 2022 – 92,796 miles
- 2020 – 76,172 miles
- 2019 – 68,880 miles
- 2018 – 69,985 miles
- 2017 – 52,969 miles
- 2016 – 43,366 miles
- 2015 – 32,528 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive backing plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive backing plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lightsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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.
Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH FRONT DISCS
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
16 tests since 14 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass114,474 miles (+50)12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2026
- Odometer
- 114,474 miles
- Test number
- 534494016330
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive backing plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive backing plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Fail114,424 miles (+7,678)7 major1 repaired12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 114,424 miles
- Test number
- 327447082658
- MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- Repaired at testCentral Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive backing plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive backing plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass106,746 miles (+3,201)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 106,746 miles
- Test number
- 623988033390
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail103,545 miles (+10,749)4 dangerous12 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 103,545 miles
- Test number
- 802300690248
- DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded REPLACE ALL BRAKE PIPES (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded X2 FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn TRAIL ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn TRAIL ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Pass92,796 miles (+6,983)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 92,796 miles
- Test number
- 136825971118
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass85,813 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 85,813 miles
- Test number
- 803954966785
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH FRONT DISCS (1.2.1 (e))
Fail85,813 miles (+9,641)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 85,813 miles
- Test number
- 389981960890
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH FRONT TYRES (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn DROPLINK (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn BOTTOM BALL JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH FRONT DISCS (1.2.1 (e))
Pass76,172 miles
- MOT expiry
- 9 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 76,172 miles
- Test number
- 249691901278
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail76,172 miles (+5,621)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,172 miles
- Test number
- 941652722381
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
Pass70,551 miles (+1,671)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 70,551 miles
- Test number
- 153827560522
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass68,880 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 68,880 miles
- Test number
- 123732286017
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail68,880 miles (-1,105)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 68,880 miles
- Test number
- 880013145431
- DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
- MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin suspect front and rears are low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass69,985 miles (+17,016)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 69,985 miles
- Test number
- 974333693049
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass52,969 miles (+9,603)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 52,969 miles
- Test number
- 565910974239
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass43,366 miles (+10,838)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 43,366 miles
- Test number
- 202006553216
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin suspect fronts are low (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wall cut
Pass32,528 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 32,528 miles
- Test number
- 975281899444
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LD62 NCA
- Does LD62 NCA currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD62 NCA is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
- When is the MOT due on LD62 NCA?
- The MOT on LD62 NCA is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LD62 NCA done?
- LD62 NCA was recorded at 114,474 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 8,016 miles a year.
- Has LD62 NCA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LD62 NCA has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
- Has the mileage on LD62 NCA ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Sept 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on LD62 NCA find?
- LD62 NCA passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 12 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive backing plate, and 9 more.
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