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RV17 FSO

2017 Kia Optima

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

121,336 mi
Last recorded121,336 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Optima57,842 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV17 FSO
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 121,336 miles

rear discs corroded pads not in full contact

Fail 22 Oct 2025 121,268 miles

Exhaust system insecure downpipe stretching bracket coroded off (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working wipers not in conjunction (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted rear brake pads wrong size .poor fitment not in full contact with discs (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. slight binding (1.2.1 (b) (i))

rear discs corroded pads not in full contact

Pass 19 Oct 2024 107,475 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Lower suspension arm ball joint locating pin locking device missing

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 Oct 2024 107,407 miles

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Lower suspension arm ball joint locating pin locking device missing

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Oct 2023 87,820 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 21 Oct 2023 87,820 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Oct 2022 70,536 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2021 53,831 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread stepping on inner edge also un-repairable puncture 235/45R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 41,705 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also on 2 mm 235 /45 ZR 18 Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 32,296 miles

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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RV17 FSO is a 2017 Kia Optima in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 RV17 FSO registered?

RV17 FSO is a 2017 Kia Optima, first registered on 11 April 2017.

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