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Kia Optima

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 1,685 cc

LG17 VVEMOT history

LG17 VVE is a black diesel Kia Optima first used on 4 Apr 2017. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 106,277 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

LG17 VVE black Kia Optima – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Optima, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
106,277 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,634 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG17 VVE
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
4 Apr 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG17 VVE was last recorded at 106,277 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,277 miles · 4 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
12,634 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,277 miles
  • 2025 – 94,766 miles
  • 2024 – 81,685 miles
  • 2023 – 63,067 miles
  • 2022 – 54,561 miles
  • 2021 – 40,683 miles
  • 2020 – 34,295 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,277 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on inner edge and cracking in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner edge and unevenly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 2 Apr 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,277 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    106,277 miles
    Test number
    997361832215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail106,277 miles (+11,511)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,277 miles
    Test number
    355040812202
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working LED (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens damaged
  3. Pass94,766 miles (+13,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    94,766 miles
    Test number
    150519991936
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  4. Pass81,685 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    81,685 miles
    Test number
    796877786960
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on inner edge and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner edge and unevenly worn (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail81,681 miles (+18,614)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,681 miles
    Test number
    823144235262
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on inner edge and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner edge and unevenly worn (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass63,067 miles (+8,506)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    63,067 miles
    Test number
    171924948290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
  7. Pass54,561 miles (+13,878)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    54,561 miles
    Test number
    730325426282
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre unevenly worn on inner edge
  8. Pass40,683 miles (+6,388)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    40,683 miles
    Test number
    394510688367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass34,295 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    34,295 miles
    Test number
    972724249745
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split
  10. Fail34,295 miles2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,295 miles
    Test number
    500060341470
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split
  11. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    616983607965
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about LG17 VVE

Does LG17 VVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG17 VVE is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG17 VVE?
The MOT on LG17 VVE is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG17 VVE done?
LG17 VVE was recorded at 106,277 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 12,634 miles a year.
Has LG17 VVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG17 VVE has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LG17 VVE 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 VVE find?
LG17 VVE passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and stepped inner edge; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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