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Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,399 cc

FJS 70MOT history

FJS 70 is a black petrol Kia RIO first used on 26 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 39,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

FJS 70 black Kia Rio – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Rio, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
39,218 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FJS 70
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,399 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
26 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

FJS 70 was last recorded at 39,218 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 1,552 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,666 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,552 miles
Average per year
2,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,218 miles
  • 2025 – 37,666 miles
  • 2024 – 32,610 miles
  • 2023 – 28,945 miles
  • 2022 – 26,584 miles
  • 2021 – 24,077 miles
  • 2020 – 19,875 miles
  • 2019 – 18,707 miles
  • 2018 – 17,727 miles
  • 2017 – 15,250 miles
  • 2016 – 14,236 miles
  • 2015 – 13,193 miles
  • 2014 – 11,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,218 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear light cluster damagedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTrims and covers fitted to vehicle

What MOT advisories 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,218 miles (+1,552)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    39,218 miles
    Test number
    671602236483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light cluster damaged
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrims and covers fitted to vehicle
  2. Pass37,666 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    37,666 miles
    Test number
    394786454251
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light cluster damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Fail37,666 miles (+5,056)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,666 miles
    Test number
    475886817822
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light cluster damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass32,610 miles (+3,665)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    32,610 miles
    Test number
    281461584249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  5. Pass28,945 miles (+50)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    28,945 miles
    Test number
    178345081207
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Light Cluster damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail28,895 miles (+2,311)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,895 miles
    Test number
    304417409211
    • MajorNearside Body component insecure Wing mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Light Cluster damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass26,584 miles (+2,507)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    26,584 miles
    Test number
    127891683560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing with a nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light unit cracked no sharp edges and not showing white light to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror unit damaged repaired with tape unit still secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel long
  8. Pass24,077 miles (+4,202)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    24,077 miles
    Test number
    102581955378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass19,875 miles (+1,168)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    19,875 miles
    Test number
    759891929889
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass18,707 miles (+980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    18,707 miles
    Test number
    149233023256
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lamp unit has damage.
  11. Pass17,727 miles (+2,477)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    17,727 miles
    Test number
    477558216386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass15,250 miles (+1,014)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    15,250 miles
    Test number
    233822077138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass14,236 miles (+1,043)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    14,236 miles
    Test number
    124110374162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass13,193 miles (+1,922)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    13,193 miles
    Test number
    979452945105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass11,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    11,271 miles
    Test number
    375933234193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about FJS 70

What vehicle is registration FJS 70 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FJS 70 on a black petrol Kia RIO first used on 26 May 2011. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does FJS 70 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on FJS 70 is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on FJS 70?
The MOT on FJS 70 is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has FJS 70 done?
FJS 70 was recorded at 39,218 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 2,306 miles a year.
Has FJS 70 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FJS 70 has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on FJS 70 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 FJS 70 find?
FJS 70 passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front fog lamp not working; nearside rear light cluster damaged; sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear, and 1 more.

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