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WK17 VEV

2017 Kia Optima

Red Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,064 mi
Last recorded95,064 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Optima57,842 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK17 VEV
MakeKia
ModelOptima
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 24 Jan 2026 95,064 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 82,859 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 69,652 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 57,721 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 46,443 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 36,002 miles

both front tyres scrubbed on outer edges

Pass 12 Apr 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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WK17 VEV is a 2017 Kia Optima in Red with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WK17 VEV registered?

WK17 VEV is a 2017 Kia Optima, first registered on 21 April 2017.

Is WK17 VEV safe to buy?

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