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 97,356 miles on the clock, averaging 10,143 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 SM17 NPC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 97,356 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,796 |
| Average per year | 10,143 |
| 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 | SM17 NPC |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About SM17 NPC
What car is SM17 NPC?
SM17 NPC is an black Kia Sportage, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2017.
What is the mileage of SM17 NPC?
The last recorded mileage for SM17 NPC was 97,356 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM17 NPC passed its MOT?
SM17 NPC has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Aug 2025.
Is SM17 NPC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM17 NPC 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 SM17 NPC?
SM17 NPC is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.