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LF17 XMW

2017 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,307 mi
Last recorded74,307 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Optima57,842 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 74,307 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 64,769 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 57,062 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 51,532 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Nov 2021 44,686 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 44,674 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 38,508 miles

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

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

Pass 15 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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LF17 XMW is a 2017 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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

How do I check the history of LF17 XMW?

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What year was LF17 XMW registered?

LF17 XMW is a 2017 Kia Optima, first registered on 23 May 2017.

Is LF17 XMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF17 XMW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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