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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 89,952 miles on the clock, averaging 9,076 miles per year, above 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 GU17 XEJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 89,952 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,076 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | GU17 XEJ |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About GU17 XEJ
What car is GU17 XEJ?
GU17 XEJ is a black Kia Sportage, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Brighton in 2017.
What is the mileage of GU17 XEJ?
The last recorded mileage for GU17 XEJ was 89,952 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU17 XEJ passed its MOT?
GU17 XEJ has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2026.
Is GU17 XEJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU17 XEJ 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 GU17 XEJ?
GU17 XEJ is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.