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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 1,685 cc

LC17 WDJMOT history

LC17 WDJ is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 31 May 2017. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 103,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

LC17 WDJ black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Optima, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
103,862 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
14,419 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC17 WDJ
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 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC17 WDJ was last recorded at 103,862 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 16,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
87,516 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
16,346 miles
Average per year
14,419 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,862 miles
  • 2025 – 87,516 miles
  • 2024 – 78,629 miles
  • 2023 – 62,238 miles
  • 2022 – 48,744 miles
  • 2021 – 35,177 miles
  • 2020 – 21,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,862 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminated (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust emissions are too clean to get a reading

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,862 miles (+16,346)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    103,862 miles
    Test number
    891710904450
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminated (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass87,516 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    87,516 miles
    Test number
    288505590497
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail87,516 miles (+8,887)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,516 miles
    Test number
    403815359460
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass78,629 miles (+16,391)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    78,629 miles
    Test number
    664677192460
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions are too clean to get a reading
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are getting low

  5. Pass62,238 miles (+13,494)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    62,238 miles
    Test number
    234569152308
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions are too clean to get a reading
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

  6. Pass48,744 miles (+13,567)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    48,744 miles
    Test number
    159459970551
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions are too clean to get a reading
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads are more than half worn / getting low

  7. Pass35,177 miles (+13,900)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    35,177 miles
    Test number
    190025915437
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres are more than half worn
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions are too clean to get a reading
    • AdvisoryNot able to check rear seat belts as child seats are fitted across

  8. Pass21,277 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    21,277 miles
    Test number
    231700619632
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryExhaust emissions are too clean to get a reading
    • AdvisoryNot able to check rear seat belts as child seats are fitted

  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    328351869054
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about LC17 WDJ

Does LC17 WDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC17 WDJ is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC17 WDJ?
The MOT on LC17 WDJ is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC17 WDJ done?
LC17 WDJ was recorded at 103,862 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 14,419 miles a year.
Has LC17 WDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC17 WDJ has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LC17 WDJ 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 LC17 WDJ find?
LC17 WDJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on edges; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on edges, and 2 more.

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