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FG17 XRF

2017 Kia Sorento

White Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,592 mi
Last recorded120,592 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Sorento47,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG17 XRF
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 120,592 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 110,785 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 110,785 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 102,002 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 87,103 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 71,945 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 71,945 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rear pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Nov 2020 58,402 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 58,402 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

How Reliable is the Kia Sorento?

Based on 738,544 MOT tests across 54,549 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
7,199
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
54,549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,793
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,141
position lamp(s) not working 9,455
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8,638
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,977
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FG17 XRF is a 2017 Kia Sorento in White with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 47,302 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 Sorento fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 12,793 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG17 XRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sorento typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 9 years old, this Kia Sorento is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG17 XRF registered?

FG17 XRF is a 2017 Kia Sorento, first registered on 29 March 2017.

Is FG17 XRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG17 XRF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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