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BP17 GWK

2017 Kia Sportage

Bronze Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,742 mi
Last recorded86,742 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Sportage44,910 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP17 GWK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2017
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 86,742 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2026 86,734 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 82,364 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre also cracked/perished

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

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 80,065 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 80,059 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BLADE TORN (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment EXCESSIVE TRAVEL (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin CLOSE TO LIMIT (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 73,666 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 58,462 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 49,287 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2021 49,287 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 41,844 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 41,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 May 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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BP17 GWK is a 2017 Kia Sportage in Bronze with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BP17 GWK, 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.

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What year was BP17 GWK registered?

BP17 GWK is a 2017 Kia Sportage, first registered on 8 June 2017.

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