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Kia Optima

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

LD62 YCKMOT history

LD62 YCK is a silver diesel Kia Optima first used on 30 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 107,215 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

LD62 YCK silver Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Optima, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
107,215 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD62 YCK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD62 YCK was last recorded at 107,215 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 9,803 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,412 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
9,803 miles
Average per year
7,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,215 miles
  • 2025 – 97,412 miles
  • 2024 – 89,080 miles
  • 2022 – 86,730 miles
  • 2021 – 78,088 miles
  • 2020 – 75,039 miles
  • 2019 – 67,805 miles
  • 2018 – 54,951 miles
  • 2017 – 43,567 miles
  • 2016 – 33,700 miles
  • 2015 – 25,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,215 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,215 miles (+9,803)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    107,215 miles
    Test number
    574391590115
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside
  2. Pass97,412 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    97,412 miles
    Test number
    220931993547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail97,407 miles (+8,327)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,407 miles
    Test number
    230521346244
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  4. Pass89,080 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    89,080 miles
    Test number
    816333409643
    • AdvisorySuspension arms front & rear has surface corrosion satisfactory at time of test
  5. Fail89,048 miles (+2,318)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,048 miles
    Test number
    433356191784
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arms front & rear has surface corrosion satisfactory at time of test
  6. Pass86,730 miles (+8,642)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    86,730 miles
    Test number
    517052201344
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass78,088 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    78,088 miles
    Test number
    878915069641
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Fail78,088 miles (+3,049)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,088 miles
    Test number
    424430801815
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass75,039 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    75,039 miles
    Test number
    788164544568
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Fail75,039 miles (+7,234)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,039 miles
    Test number
    598140683620
    • MajorFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass67,805 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    67,805 miles
    Test number
    273739171642
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Fail67,805 miles (+12,854)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,805 miles
    Test number
    872533753528
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass54,951 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    54,951 miles
    Test number
    824767960539
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  14. Fail54,951 miles (+11,384)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,951 miles
    Test number
    575539580489
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  15. Pass43,567 miles (+9,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    43,567 miles
    Test number
    815474465361
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass33,700 miles (+8,148)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    33,700 miles
    Test number
    768943786200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    25,552 miles
    Test number
    499376640479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD62 YCK

Does LD62 YCK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD62 YCK is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD62 YCK?
The MOT on LD62 YCK is valid until 3 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 YCK done?
LD62 YCK was recorded at 107,215 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 7,547 miles a year.
Has LD62 YCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD62 YCK has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LD62 YCK 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 YCK find?
LD62 YCK passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 5 more.

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