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KV17 XLP

2017 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,262 mi
Last recorded87,262 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Sportage44,910 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV17 XLP
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 87,262 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2026 87,261 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 75,088 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2025 75,088 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

tpms light illuminated

Pass 31 Jul 2024 65,068 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 53,137 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 42,422 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 32,244 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 30,634 miles

Both rear tyres cracked

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 27,533 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside & offside

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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KV17 XLP is a 2017 Kia Sportage in White with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KV17 XLP, 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.

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What year was KV17 XLP registered?

KV17 XLP is a 2017 Kia Sportage, first registered on 16 March 2017.

Is KV17 XLP safe to buy?

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