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LA17 KNM

2017 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,964 mi
Last recorded122,964 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Optima57,842 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA17 KNM
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 122,964 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 89,956 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 78,769 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 215/55/17

Pass 15 Mar 2022 65,587 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Mar 2022 65,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 55,402 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2020 47,435 miles

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

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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LA17 KNM is a 2017 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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.

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What year was LA17 KNM registered?

LA17 KNM is a 2017 Kia Optima, first registered on 26 July 2017.

Is LA17 KNM safe to buy?

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