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HG17 FKU

2017 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,528 mi
Last recorded69,528 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Sportage44,910 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG17 FKU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 69,528 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2025 69,528 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 64,556 miles

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

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

Rear Handbrake little reverse travel

Pass 8 May 2023 54,991 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2022 45,256 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 33,200 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 26,809 miles

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

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

Pass 4 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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HG17 FKU is a 2017 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,685cc diesel 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 HG17 FKU, 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 HG17 FKU registered?

HG17 FKU is a 2017 Kia Sportage, first registered on 12 May 2017.

Is HG17 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG17 FKU 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.

Does HG17 FKU have outstanding finance?

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