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Kia Sportage

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,685 cc

BW55 ERSMOT history

BW55 ERS is a white diesel Kia Sportage first used on 4 Sept 2012. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2026 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 143,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2026
Mileage
143,545 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Mileage history

BW55 ERS was last recorded at 143,545 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 8,901 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,644 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,901 miles
Average per year
10,627 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail143,545 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources lens missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inside surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inside surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 10 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail143,545 miles (+8,901)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,545 miles
    Test number
    625126925754
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources lens missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inside surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inside surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass134,644 miles (+9,092)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    134,644 miles
    Test number
    226518771418
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass125,552 miles (+9,679)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    125,552 miles
    Test number
    979316430800
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass115,873 miles (+12,634)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    115,873 miles
    Test number
    522252027137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass103,239 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    103,239 miles
    Test number
    703518115353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail103,238 miles (+12,838)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,238 miles
    Test number
    362513771874
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass90,400 miles (+9,227)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    90,400 miles
    Test number
    691580368521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,173 miles (+11,420)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    81,173 miles
    Test number
    646802187123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,753 miles (+14)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    69,753 miles
    Test number
    893325553872
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail69,739 miles (+14,774)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,739 miles
    Test number
    310339184028
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass54,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    54,965 miles
    Test number
    372433543066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail54,965 miles (+20,621)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,965 miles
    Test number
    214177517364
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass34,344 miles (+9,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    34,344 miles
    Test number
    552935585230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

  14. Pass25,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    25,095 miles
    Test number
    445232125257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about BW55 ERS

When is the MOT due on BW55 ERS?
The MOT on BW55 ERS expired on 30 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has BW55 ERS done?
BW55 ERS was recorded at 143,545 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 10,627 miles a year.
Has BW55 ERS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. BW55 ERS has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on BW55 ERS ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on BW55 ERS find?
BW55 ERS failed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; brake lever has insufficient reserve travel, and 6 more.

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