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LS17 HBK

2017 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,756 mi
Last recorded81,756 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Sportage44,910 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS17 HBK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 81,756 miles

Central Front handbrake has excessive travel

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and o/s/f close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively and o/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and o/s/r worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 65,121 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 52,766 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack along lower of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 44,033 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 33,070 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 33,054 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Also slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/60/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/60/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 26,417 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 26,239 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2020 26,239 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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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LS17 HBK is a 2017 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LS17 HBK, 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 LS17 HBK registered?

LS17 HBK is a 2017 Kia Sportage, first registered on 25 March 2017.

Is LS17 HBK safe to buy?

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