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FA17 ERS

2017 Kia Sportage

Bronze Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

20,758 mi
Last recorded20,758 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Sportage44,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA17 ERS
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2017
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2026 20,758 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2025 15,994 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lever working close to the top of its travel (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 10,757 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f worn off smooth on outer edge-3mm centre (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2023 6,886 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 28,932 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 24,544 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 21 Feb 2020 20,767 miles

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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FA17 ERS is a 2017 Kia Sportage in Bronze with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FA17 ERS, 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 FA17 ERS registered?

FA17 ERS is a 2017 Kia Sportage, first registered on 25 March 2017.

Is FA17 ERS safe to buy?

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