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Kia Optima

Red · Diesel · 2017 · 1,685 cc

LE17 FOUMOT history

LE17 FOU is a red diesel Kia Optima first used on 31 Jul 2017. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 57,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

LE17 FOU red Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
57,235 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE17 FOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
31 Jul 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE17 FOU was last recorded at 57,235 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 8,806 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,429 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,806 miles
Average per year
7,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,235 miles
  • 2025 – 48,429 miles
  • 2024 – 38,125 miles
  • 2023 – 28,111 miles
  • 2022 – 22,281 miles
  • 2021 – 17,882 miles
  • 2020 – 14,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,235 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 22 Jul 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,235 miles (+8,806)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    57,235 miles
    Test number
    542363999253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass48,429 miles (+10,304)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    48,429 miles
    Test number
    389938279442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass38,125 miles (+10,014)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    38,125 miles
    Test number
    554293273929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass28,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    28,111 miles
    Test number
    442487436545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail28,111 miles (+5,830)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,111 miles
    Test number
    241954578146
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass22,281 miles (+4,399)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    22,281 miles
    Test number
    577387909564
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass17,882 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    17,882 miles
    Test number
    932498633555
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail17,882 miles (+3,288)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,882 miles
    Test number
    971170537493
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass14,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    14,594 miles
    Test number
    819204059279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE17 FOU

Does LE17 FOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE17 FOU is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE17 FOU?
The MOT on LE17 FOU is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE17 FOU done?
LE17 FOU was recorded at 57,235 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 7,112 miles a year.
Has LE17 FOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE17 FOU has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LE17 FOU 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 LE17 FOU find?
LE17 FOU passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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