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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

LD62 XZXMOT history

LD62 XZX is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 28 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 100,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

LD62 XZX black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Optima, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
100,546 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD62 XZX
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 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD62 XZX was last recorded at 100,546 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 5,850 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,696 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,850 miles
Average per year
7,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,546 miles
  • 2025 – 94,696 miles
  • 2024 – 89,756 miles
  • 2023 – 88,248 miles
  • 2022 – 84,255 miles
  • 2021 – 79,498 miles
  • 2020 – 77,651 miles
  • 2019 – 71,925 miles
  • 2018 – 61,384 miles
  • 2017 – 42,233 miles
  • 2016 – 26,572 miles
  • 2015 – 22,517 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,546 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Underbody and suspension components has underseal applied

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass100,546 miles (+5,850)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    100,546 miles
    Test number
    978480168991
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass94,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    94,696 miles
    Test number
    416928714758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail94,696 miles (+4,940)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,696 miles
    Test number
    946614441908
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass89,756 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    89,756 miles
    Test number
    982837906185
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components has underseal applied

  5. Fail89,756 miles (+1,508)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,756 miles
    Test number
    923507091035
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components has underseal applied

  6. Pass88,248 miles (+3,993)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    88,248 miles
    Test number
    372779824090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,255 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    84,255 miles
    Test number
    448289753608
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail84,255 miles (+4,757)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,255 miles
    Test number
    936860205649
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass79,498 miles (+1,847)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    79,498 miles
    Test number
    644439427151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,651 miles (+5,726)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    77,651 miles
    Test number
    346324122575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth 1.74mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass71,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    71,925 miles
    Test number
    954758932031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,925 miles (+10,541)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,925 miles
    Test number
    156766560163
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass61,384 miles (+336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    61,384 miles
    Test number
    499676065291
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail61,048 miles (+18,815)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,048 miles
    Test number
    953389127915
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Also less then 1.6mm 215/55/17 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test phone houlder
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass42,233 miles (+15,661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    42,233 miles
    Test number
    964234428639
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass26,572 miles (+4,055)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    26,572 miles
    Test number
    316578819462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    22,517 miles
    Test number
    890416033912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD62 XZX

Does LD62 XZX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD62 XZX is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD62 XZX?
The MOT on LD62 XZX is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD62 XZX done?
LD62 XZX was recorded at 100,546 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 7,132 miles a year.
Has LD62 XZX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD62 XZX has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LD62 XZX 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 XZX find?
LD62 XZX passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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