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LF17 FHX

2017 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

65,525 mi
Last recorded65,525 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Optima57,842 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF17 FHX
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 65,525 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 60,637 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2024 60,616 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 56,153 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 52,464 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 47,400 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 42,468 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 42,468 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 40,370 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under trays fitted

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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LF17 FHX 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 77.8%.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LF17 FHX?

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What year was LF17 FHX registered?

LF17 FHX is a 2017 Kia Optima, first registered on 1 March 2017.

Is LF17 FHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF17 FHX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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