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NJ20 GDU

2020 Kia Sportage

Red Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,555 mi
Last recorded40,555 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2020 Kia Sportage29,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ20 GDU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2020
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 40,555 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 32,338 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 23,771 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2024 23,762 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 15,561 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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NJ20 GDU is a 2020 Kia Sportage in Red with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2020 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 29,358 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 NJ20 GDU, 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 6 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 NJ20 GDU?

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What year was NJ20 GDU registered?

NJ20 GDU is a 2020 Kia Sportage, first registered on 17 March 2020.

Is NJ20 GDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ20 GDU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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