N1JCM - KIA SPORTAGE
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 17 days ago
The Kia Sportage, often referred to simply as the Sportage, is a popular compact SUV renowned for its reliability and modern design. Manufactured by Kia Motors, a South Korean automaker with a reputation for producing quality vehicles, the Sportage has been in production since 1993, with recent models reflecting advanced technology and contemporary styling. The 2023 Kia Sportage features a range of efficient engines, sophisticated safety systems, and a comfortable interior, making it a versatile choice for drivers seeking practicality and style. Its blend of innovative features and solid build quality underscores Kia’s commitment to delivering value and performance in the competitive SUV segment.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 23 MOT tests
The vehicle is a 2008 Kia Sportage, registration N1JCM, first registered in January 2008. It has a black exterior and a 1975cc petrol engine, with CO2 emissions of 198 g/km. The car is currently taxed and has a valid MOT, with the latest test conducted on 30 January 2025 and valid until 1 February 2026. It has recorded a mileage of 46,539 miles. The MOT included advisories for corroded suspension components and slightly worn suspension pins or bushes, but no serious issues were noted.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
23
Passed Tests
15
Failed Tests
8
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 30 January 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,539 mi
Expires: 01 February 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 30 January 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 45,530 mi
Expires: 01 February 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- Advisory Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Failed - 30 January 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 45,530 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- Advisory Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Passed - 30 January 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 41,405 mi
Expires: 01 February 2024
Passed - 02 February 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,060 mi
Expires: 01 February 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Failed - 26 January 2022 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,060 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 21 January 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 34,244 mi
Expires: 27 January 2022
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and offside front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))
Passed - 16 January 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 33,807 mi
Expires: 27 January 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Passed - 28 January 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 31,676 mi
Expires: 27 January 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Nail in tyre
Passed - 16 January 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,217 mi
Expires: 15 January 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- Advisory Offside Rear Nail in tyre
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 09 January 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,081 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
- Major Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Major Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- Advisory Offside Rear Nail in tyre
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 10 January 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 27,150 mi
Expires: 15 January 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Rear wiper blade split
Failed - 10 January 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 27,150 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Rear wiper blade split
Passed - 06 January 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 22,895 mi
Expires: 15 January 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Rear wiper blade split
Failed - 06 January 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 22,895 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Major Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Major Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Rear wiper blade split
Passed - 13 January 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 18,865 mi
Expires: 15 January 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Failed - 13 January 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 18,865 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 13 January 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 16,432 mi
Expires: 15 January 2015
Passed - 09 January 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 13,931 mi
Expires: 15 January 2014
Failed - 09 January 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 13,931 mi
Passed - 12 January 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 11,866 mi
Expires: 15 January 2013
Passed - 10 January 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 9,178 mi
Expires: 15 January 2012
Failed - 07 January 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 9,178 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
- Major Offside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
- Major Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for N1JCM?
The MOT expires on 01 February 2026.
What is the tax status of N1JCM?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 September 2025.
What are the specifications of N1JCM?
This is a 2008 KIA SPORTAGE in Black. It runs on Petrol with a 1975cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of N1JCM?
This vehicle produces 198 g/km of CO2 emissions.