Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Kia Stinger?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2017 Kia Stinger?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2017 Kia Stinger?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2017 Kia Stinger vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

26% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2017 Kia Stinger reliable?

Based on MOT data from 140 vehicles, the 2017 Kia Stinger has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2017 Kia Stinger?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2017 Kia Stinger are: Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (36.1% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (34.4% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (30.9% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2017 Kia Stinger?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Kia Stinger (2017)

140 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.6% first-time pass rate

2017 Kia Stinger

CarHunch analysed 140 real MOT records for the 2017 Kia Stinger. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2017 Kia Stinger is significantly more reliable than average, with a 91.6% first-time MOT pass rate against the UK baseline of 80%—a genuinely strong result. However, one in four of these vehicles (25.7%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine buyer concern worth investigating on any used example you're considering.

These Stingers are running at relatively modest mileage for their age (median 31,734 miles), suggesting careful ownership, and they're averaging less than one failure per vehicle across their MOT history. With 5.1 advisories per car on average, the typical wear items are manageable rather than alarming—so get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on the dangerous defect history and you'll have a solid foundation to buy with confidence.

We have limited data for the 2017 Kia Stinger — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

91.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

25.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.62

Over 6.3 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

32k

Middle half: 23k–45k

For context

These stats describe 140 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 140 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 36.1%

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 30.9%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 7.3%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017.

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Based on MOT data from 140 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 25.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 2017 Kia Stinger vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

31,734

typical

23,088

low mileage

44,840

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Kia Stinger vehicles fall between 23,088 and 44,840 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 23,088 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 23,088–44,840 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Kia Stingers sit.

⚠ Over 60,534 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Kia Stinger — Still on the Road

Almost all 2017 Kia Stingers are still on the road.

Strong survival — 129 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

6.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.62

Avg failures per vehicle

5.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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