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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 1,685 cc

LB17 MUAMOT history

LB17 MUA is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 31 May 2017. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 114,337 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
114,337 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,028 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB17 MUA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
31 May 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB17 MUA was last recorded at 114,337 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 9,206 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
105,131 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
9,206 miles
Average per year
10,028 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,337 miles
  • 2025 – 105,131 miles
  • 2024 – 96,957 miles
  • 2023 – 87,758 miles
  • 2022 – 76,523 miles
  • 2021 – 63,266 miles
  • 2020 – 54,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,337 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

11 tests since 23 May 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,337 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    114,337 miles
    Test number
    219870149759
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail114,330 miles (+9,199)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,330 miles
    Test number
    487939124894
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass105,131 miles (+8,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    105,131 miles
    Test number
    601650045917
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass96,957 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    96,957 miles
    Test number
    266697000930
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail96,957 miles (+9,199)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,957 miles
    Test number
    330296980121
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing Wheel nut (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass87,758 miles (+11,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    87,758 miles
    Test number
    728110248726
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass76,523 miles (+13,257)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    76,523 miles
    Test number
    696899861970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,266 miles
    Test number
    326357588405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,266 miles (+8,504)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,266 miles
    Test number
    432163735509
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass54,762 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    54,762 miles
    Test number
    998084731193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    209779549044
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about LB17 MUA

Does LB17 MUA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB17 MUA is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB17 MUA?
The MOT on LB17 MUA is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB17 MUA done?
LB17 MUA was recorded at 114,337 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 10,028 miles a year.
Has LB17 MUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB17 MUA has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB17 MUA 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 LB17 MUA find?
LB17 MUA passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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