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Kia Optima

Silver · Diesel · 2017 · 1,685 cc

LG17 OTYMOT history

LG17 OTY is a silver diesel Kia Optima first used on 31 Mar 2017. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 94,991 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

LG17 OTY silver Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
94,991 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,791 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG17 OTY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Optima
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
31 Mar 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG17 OTY was last recorded at 94,991 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 11,372 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
83,619 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
11,372 miles
Average per year
10,791 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,991 miles
  • 2025 – 83,619 miles
  • 2024 – 72,174 miles
  • 2023 – 60,445 miles
  • 2022 – 48,432 miles
  • 2021 – 38,558 miles
  • 2020 – 29,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,991 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened semi strut corroding (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 30 Mar 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,991 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    94,991 miles
    Test number
    843297699357
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened semi strut corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail94,990 miles (+11,371)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,990 miles
    Test number
    847216513511
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened semi strut corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass83,619 miles (+11,445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    83,619 miles
    Test number
    339209172475
    • AdvisoryUnderbody components corroding
  4. Pass72,174 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    72,174 miles
    Test number
    224691436205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail72,174 miles (+11,729)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,174 miles
    Test number
    620119493258
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass60,445 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    60,445 miles
    Test number
    340350923872
    • AdvisoryHandbrake operating switch is damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Fail60,445 miles (+12,013)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,445 miles
    Test number
    195899083002
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake operating switch is damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Pass48,432 miles (+9,874)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    48,432 miles
    Test number
    475733250189
    • AdvisoryHandbrake release switch is damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass38,558 miles (+8,594)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    38,558 miles
    Test number
    267773041449
    • AdvisoryHandbrake release button is damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass29,964 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    29,964 miles
    Test number
    587132941321
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 x Rear
  11. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    889063601670
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about LG17 OTY

Does LG17 OTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG17 OTY is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG17 OTY?
The MOT on LG17 OTY is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG17 OTY done?
LG17 OTY was recorded at 94,991 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 10,791 miles a year.
Has LG17 OTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG17 OTY has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LG17 OTY 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 LG17 OTY find?
LG17 OTY passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened semi strut corroding.

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