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FM17 OBW

2017 Kia Sportage

White Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,325 mi
Last recorded41,325 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Sportage44,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM17 OBW
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 41,325 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 34,273 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2024 34,272 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 31,162 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 23,101 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2021 16,730 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 8,627 miles
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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FM17 OBW is a 2017 Kia Sportage in White with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FM17 OBW, 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

How do I check the history of FM17 OBW?

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What year was FM17 OBW registered?

FM17 OBW is a 2017 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 July 2017.

Is FM17 OBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM17 OBW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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