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BG21 NFJ

2021 Kia Sportage

Grey Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,336 mi
Last recorded33,336 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2021 Kia Sportage27,927 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG21 NFJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 33,336 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Jul 2025 33,336 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 29,057 miles

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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BG21 NFJ is a 2021 Kia Sportage in Grey with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2021 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 27,927 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 BG21 NFJ, 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 5 years old, this Kia Sportage is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG21 NFJ?

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What year was BG21 NFJ registered?

BG21 NFJ is a 2021 Kia Sportage, first registered on 9 July 2021.

Is BG21 NFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG21 NFJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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