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K88 AAJ

2017 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,344 mi
Last recorded61,344 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Sportage44,910 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK88 AAJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 61,344 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2026 61,288 miles

Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated switch fault (1.1.6 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Aug 2025 48,717 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 40,881 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm limit 1.6mm/badly cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm limit 1.6mm/badly cracking 245 45 19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 36,833 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 31,915 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2021 25,936 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 20,764 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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))

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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K88 AAJ is a 2017 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,995cc 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 K88 AAJ, 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 K88 AAJ registered?

K88 AAJ is a 2017 Kia Sportage, first registered on 17 August 2017.

Is K88 AAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K88 AAJ 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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