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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.

LD62 NCA black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Optima, not a photo of this vehicle
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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
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

Pass114,474 miles
  • 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

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.

  • 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.

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. Pass106,746 miles (+3,201)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    106,746 miles
    Test number
    623988033390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. 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))
  5. 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))
  6. 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))
  7. 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))
  8. Pass76,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,172 miles
    Test number
    249691901278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. 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))
  10. Pass70,551 miles (+1,671)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,551 miles
    Test number
    153827560522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    68,880 miles
    Test number
    123732286017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. 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))
  13. Pass69,985 miles (+17,016)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    69,985 miles
    Test number
    974333693049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,969 miles (+9,603)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    52,969 miles
    Test number
    565910974239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. 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
  16. 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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