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Kia Optima

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,685 cc

LL62 YCZMOT history

LL62 YCZ is a white diesel Kia Optima first used on 4 Jan 2013. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 75,730 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

LL62 YCZ white Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
75,730 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,891 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL62 YCZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
4 Jan 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL62 YCZ was last recorded at 75,730 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 3,935 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,795 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,935 miles
Average per year
5,891 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,730 miles
  • 2025 – 71,795 miles
  • 2024 – 68,644 miles
  • 2023 – 62,586 miles
  • 2022 – 59,198 miles
  • 2021 – 57,093 miles
  • 2020 – 46,388 miles
  • 2018 – 41,235 miles
  • 2017 – 33,757 miles
  • 2016 – 26,662 miles
  • 2015 – 16,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,730 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryParking Brake Efficiency Requirements only just met(N/S/R low). Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil very damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Slight knock in steering + slightly notchy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 21 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,730 miles (+3,935)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    75,730 miles
    Test number
    846212157666
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking Brake Efficiency Requirements only just met(N/S/R low). Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
  2. Pass71,795 miles (+3,151)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    71,795 miles
    Test number
    833549766917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass68,644 miles (+6,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    68,644 miles
    Test number
    798000484499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  4. Pass62,586 miles (+3,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    62,586 miles
    Test number
    353906725293
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass59,198 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    59,198 miles
    Test number
    178277487742
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil very damp (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight knock in steering + slightly notchy
  6. Fail59,197 miles (+2,104)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,197 miles
    Test number
    155605141817
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45 r18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil very damp (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight knock in steering + slightly notchy
  7. Pass57,093 miles (+10,705)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    57,093 miles
    Test number
    168565570153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass46,388 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    46,388 miles
    Test number
    353597596754
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  9. Fail46,388 miles (+5,153)3 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,388 miles
    Test number
    231466413240
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass41,235 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    41,235 miles
    Test number
    154883824012
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  11. Fail41,235 miles (+7,478)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,235 miles
    Test number
    754613084215
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  12. Pass33,757 miles (+7,095)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    33,757 miles
    Test number
    551344168199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,662 miles (+10,129)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    26,662 miles
    Test number
    356300461703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass16,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    16,533 miles
    Test number
    284671029296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail16,533 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,533 miles
    Test number
    759443647661
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Questions about LL62 YCZ

Does LL62 YCZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL62 YCZ is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL62 YCZ?
The MOT on LL62 YCZ is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL62 YCZ done?
LL62 YCZ was recorded at 75,730 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 5,891 miles a year.
Has LL62 YCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL62 YCZ has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LL62 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 LL62 YCZ find?
LL62 YCZ passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; parking brake efficiency requirements only just met(n/s/r low). appears braking system requires adjustment or repair.

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