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LG17 DFK

2017 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

88,868 mi
Last recorded88,868 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Sportage44,910 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG17 DFK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 88,868 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Feb 2026 88,857 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2025 79,354 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 67,945 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 56,859 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edge

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 45,669 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2022 45,659 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 34,605 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cut and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 26,920 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 26,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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LG17 DFK is a 2017 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LG17 DFK, 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 LG17 DFK registered?

LG17 DFK is a 2017 Kia Sportage, first registered on 9 March 2017.

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