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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

LD62 YCZMOT history

LD62 YCZ is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 30 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 112,095 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

LD62 YCZ black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Optima, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
112,095 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,436 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD62 YCZ
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
30 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD62 YCZ was last recorded at 112,095 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 9,184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,911 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9,184 miles
Average per year
7,436 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,095 miles
  • 2025 – 102,911 miles
  • 2024 – 97,372 miles
  • 2023 – 93,398 miles
  • 2022 – 87,912 miles
  • 2021 – 81,954 miles
  • 2020 – 78,646 miles
  • 2019 – 75,655 miles
  • 2018 – 66,284 miles
  • 2017 – 57,302 miles
  • 2016 – 47,890 miles
  • 2015 – 30,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,095 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 22 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,095 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    112,095 miles
    Test number
    119834794219
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail112,091 miles (+9,180)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,091 miles
    Test number
    362534492660
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass102,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    102,911 miles
    Test number
    855396282282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail102,911 miles (+5,539)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,911 miles
    Test number
    867451880436
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/65/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass97,372 miles (+3,974)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    97,372 miles
    Test number
    869660472189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre deteriorated

  6. Pass93,398 miles (+5,486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    93,398 miles
    Test number
    381128580424
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 2-3mm left (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slightly deteriorated

  7. Pass87,912 miles (+5,958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,912 miles
    Test number
    921821993408
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass81,954 miles (+3,308)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,954 miles
    Test number
    856397916118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryKnock on turning steering

  9. Pass78,646 miles (+2,991)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    78,646 miles
    Test number
    181260784607
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass75,655 miles (+9,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,655 miles
    Test number
    476118274145
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside poor (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass66,284 miles (+8,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    66,284 miles
    Test number
    879757816763
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort low on the offside

  12. Pass57,302 miles (+9,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    57,302 miles
    Test number
    576809446913
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on edge 3 m/m treads
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edges 4 m/m tread

  13. Pass47,890 miles (+17,415)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    47,890 miles
    Test number
    151862671586
    • AdvisoryFront DISC LIPPED
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE PADS WEARING
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass30,475 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    30,475 miles
    Test number
    386666221947
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD62 YCZ

Does LD62 YCZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD62 YCZ is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD62 YCZ?
The MOT on LD62 YCZ is valid until 30 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 YCZ done?
LD62 YCZ was recorded at 112,095 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 7,436 miles a year.
Has LD62 YCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD62 YCZ has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LD62 YCZ 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 YCZ find?
LD62 YCZ passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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