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LD62 XNL

2012 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

116,604 mi
Last recorded116,604 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 Kia Optima67,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD62 XNL
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2022 116,604 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 116,333 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 101,001 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 97,780 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2020 97,780 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Central Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front no. plate has faded letters below reg. no but is clearly readable

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 92,704 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 92,625 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 85,404 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 68,190 miles

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 27 Nov 2017 68,190 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 21 Dec 2016 50,644 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 24,089 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2015 22,225 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Optima?

Based on 96,564 MOT tests across 12,485 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
8,760
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
12,485
On UK Roads
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LD62 XNL is a 2012 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2012 Kia Optima models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 67,936 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Kia Optima typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Kia Optima is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LD62 XNL registered?

LD62 XNL is a 2012 Kia Optima, first registered on 28 September 2012.

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