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AP17 JNX

2017 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,072 mi
Last recorded89,072 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Sportage44,910 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP17 JNX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 89,072 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 83,911 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 77,486 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 66,963 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 56,890 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 56,885 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 48,682 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2020 36,265 miles

FRONT PADS GETTING LOW

NSR TYRE STEPPED AND CRACKED IN TREAD

Fail 23 Jul 2020 36,265 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

FRONT PADS GETTING LOW

NSR TYRE STEPPED AND CRACKED IN TREAD

Pass 23 Jul 2020

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How Reliable is the Kia Sportage?

Based on 2,634,551 MOT tests across 296,598 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
7,022
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
296,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,003
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,822
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,522
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,705
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AP17 JNX is a 2017 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2017 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 44,910 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 16,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP17 JNX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sportage typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 9 years old, this Kia Sportage is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP17 JNX registered?

AP17 JNX is a 2017 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 July 2017.

Is AP17 JNX safe to buy?

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