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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

LD62 NCVMOT history

LD62 NCV is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 27 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 94,347 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

LD62 NCV black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Mar 2027
Mileage
94,347 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD62 NCV
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 28 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD62 NCV was last recorded at 94,347 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 6,327 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,020 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,327 miles
Average per year
6,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,347 miles
  • 2025 – 88,020 miles
  • 2024 – 81,636 miles
  • 2023 – 74,664 miles
  • 2022 – 67,146 miles
  • 2021 – 59,132 miles
  • 2020 – 54,223 miles
  • 2019 – 47,447 miles
  • 2018 – 41,189 miles
  • 2017 – 34,288 miles
  • 2016 – 26,327 miles
  • 2015 – 23,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,347 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 only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 30 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,347 miles (+6,327)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    94,347 miles
    Test number
    654166228884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,020 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    88,020 miles
    Test number
    859118331223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail88,020 miles (+6,384)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,020 miles
    Test number
    103301190592
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass81,636 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    81,636 miles
    Test number
    455190129671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail81,587 miles (+6,923)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,587 miles
    Test number
    479375111796
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass74,664 miles (+7,518)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,664 miles
    Test number
    792391194290
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass67,146 miles (+8,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    67,146 miles
    Test number
    350474466270
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Steering UJ knocking (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass59,132 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    59,132 miles
    Test number
    682532301084
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail59,132 miles (+4,909)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,132 miles
    Test number
    589531591217
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass54,223 miles (+6,776)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    54,223 miles
    Test number
    828324045219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    47,447 miles
    Test number
    666186928402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail47,447 miles (+6,258)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,447 miles
    Test number
    365590713209
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass41,189 miles (+6,901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    41,189 miles
    Test number
    586142202475
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass34,288 miles (+7,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    34,288 miles
    Test number
    263215212893
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking

  15. Pass26,327 miles (+2,363)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    26,327 miles
    Test number
    456218412904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,964 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    23,964 miles
    Test number
    179970043851
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing

  17. Fail23,964 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,964 miles
    Test number
    937780147125
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing

Questions about LD62 NCV

Does LD62 NCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD62 NCV is valid until 28 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD62 NCV?
The MOT on LD62 NCV is valid until 28 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD62 NCV done?
LD62 NCV was recorded at 94,347 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 6,723 miles a year.
Has LD62 NCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD62 NCV has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LD62 NCV 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 NCV find?
LD62 NCV passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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