Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2017 Kia Sportage Diesel 1995cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 62,460 miles on the clock, averaging 7,196 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 CRDi engine is known for cp4 common-rail injection pump failure and piezo-electric injector wear and failure.
MOT & Mileage History for GM17 YJC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 62,460 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,874 |
| Average per year | 7,196 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Kia Sportage
These are the most commonly reported problems on Kia Sportage models (2010–2022), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
CP4 Common-Rail Injection Pump Failure
The pump fails prematurely due to poor diesel fuel quality (contamination, water, low lubricity). When it fails, metal debris circulates through the entire fuel system, clogging injectors and the fuel rail.[1]
Piezo-Electric Injector Wear and Failure
Injectors wear prematurely, particularly if CP4 pump debris has entered the system. Injector seats foul with carbon deposits, reducing spray pattern and combustion efficiency.[1][2]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GM17 YJC |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GM — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About GM17 YJC
What car is GM17 YJC?
GM17 YJC is a red Kia Sportage, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2017.
What is the mileage of GM17 YJC?
The last recorded mileage for GM17 YJC was 62,460 miles, recorded on 13 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GM17 YJC passed its MOT?
GM17 YJC has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Jul 2026.
Is GM17 YJC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GM17 YJC is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is GM17 YJC?
GM17 YJC is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.