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FV17 LWC

2017 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,561 mi
Last recorded99,561 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Optima57,842 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV17 LWC
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 99,561 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt offside and nearside rear

Pass 13 Aug 2025 91,250 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 82,512 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 72,830 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt offside and nearside rear

Fail 25 Aug 2023 72,830 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt offside and nearside rear

Pass 19 Aug 2022 63,793 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt offside and nearside rear

Pass 27 Aug 2021 56,866 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 49,773 miles
Pass 8 May 2020

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How Reliable is the Kia Optima?

Based on 96,564 MOT tests across 12,485 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
8,760
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
12,485
On UK Roads
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FV17 LWC is a 2017 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2017 Kia Optima models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 57,842 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Kia Optima typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 9 years old, this Kia Optima is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV17 LWC registered?

FV17 LWC is a 2017 Kia Optima, first registered on 16 May 2017.

Is FV17 LWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV17 LWC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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