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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

LD62 XZWMOT history

LD62 XZW is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 28 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 106,929 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

LD62 XZW black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Optima, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
106,929 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD62 XZW
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
28 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD62 XZW was last recorded at 106,929 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 3,164 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,765 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,164 miles
Average per year
8,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,929 miles
  • 2025 – 103,765 miles
  • 2024 – 95,264 miles
  • 2023 – 88,351 miles
  • 2022 – 77,794 miles
  • 2021 – 71,814 miles
  • 2020 – 65,833 miles
  • 2019 – 58,556 miles
  • 2018 – 48,103 miles
  • 2017 – 40,076 miles
  • 2016 – 25,669 miles
  • 2015 – 17,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,929 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear service brake may require adjustments or repairs

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 Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass106,929 miles (+3,164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    106,929 miles
    Test number
    875650966013
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear service brake may require adjustments or repairs

  2. Pass103,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    103,765 miles
    Test number
    883011771413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail103,760 miles (+8,496)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,760 miles
    Test number
    272438078403
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass95,264 miles (+6,913)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    95,264 miles
    Test number
    235526403149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass88,351 miles (+10,557)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    88,351 miles
    Test number
    213772545024
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated N/s and o/s (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass77,794 miles (+5,980)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    77,794 miles
    Test number
    281788842952
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass71,814 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    71,814 miles
    Test number
    430775257073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail71,773 miles (+5,940)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,773 miles
    Test number
    840544212620
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass65,833 miles (+7,277)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,833 miles
    Test number
    648940110250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass58,556 miles (+10,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    58,556 miles
    Test number
    971108466158
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Pass48,103 miles (+8,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    48,103 miles
    Test number
    558340525755
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column shaft UJ has slight movement

  12. Pass40,076 miles (+14,407)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    40,076 miles
    Test number
    807446427716
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass25,669 miles (+7,897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    25,669 miles
    Test number
    909029509924
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nsr tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

  14. Pass17,772 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    17,772 miles
    Test number
    556437806501
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre low on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre low on edges

Questions about LD62 XZW

Does LD62 XZW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD62 XZW is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD62 XZW?
The MOT on LD62 XZW is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD62 XZW done?
LD62 XZW was recorded at 106,929 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 8,047 miles a year.
Has LD62 XZW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD62 XZW has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LD62 XZW 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 XZW find?
LD62 XZW passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear service brake may require adjustments or repairs.

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