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MG ZS

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,497 cc

K40 BMBMOT history

K40 BMB is a blue petrol MG ZS first used on 12 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 75,790 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2026
Mileage
75,790 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2025
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,624 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 BMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
ZS
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 BMB was last recorded at 75,790 miles on 31 Jul 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,783 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
1,624 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,790 miles
  • 2024 – 75,610 miles
  • 2023 – 74,428 miles
  • 2022 – 69,820 miles
  • 2018 – 68,822 miles
  • 2017 – 68,406 miles
  • 2016 – 67,777 miles
  • 2015 – 67,108 miles
  • 2014 – 66,621 miles
  • 2013 – 65,282 miles
  • 2012 – 61,899 miles
  • 2011 – 60,221 miles
  • 2010 – 57,954 miles
  • 2008 – 53,432 miles
  • 2007 – 51,481 miles
  • 2006 – 48,697 miles
  • 2005 – 43,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,790 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,790 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    75,790 miles
    Test number
    821153161820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail75,783 miles (+173)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,783 miles
    Test number
    688837358994
    • MajorVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Both front floors (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Fail75,610 miles (+1,182)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,610 miles
    Test number
    253041604610
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass74,428 miles (+4,608)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    74,428 miles
    Test number
    983760600375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass69,820 miles (+998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    69,820 miles
    Test number
    840047070390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass68,822 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    68,822 miles
    Test number
    426766434752
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  7. Fail68,810 miles (+404)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,810 miles
    Test number
    958048106812
    • DangerousNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  8. Pass68,406 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,406 miles
    Test number
    143284455475
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail68,406 miles (+629)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,406 miles
    Test number
    274583483893
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass67,777 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    67,777 miles
    Test number
    652723804289
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail67,777 miles (+669)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,777 miles
    Test number
    788872024923
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass67,108 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    67,108 miles
    Test number
    636740805164
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorating.

  13. Fail67,108 miles (+487)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,108 miles
    Test number
    279370805191
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorating.

  14. Pass66,621 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    66,621 miles
    Test number
    889375114110
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail66,521 miles (+1,239)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,521 miles
    Test number
    509415714187
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass65,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    65,282 miles
    Test number
    346337903170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,282 miles (+3,383)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,282 miles
    Test number
    517687903143
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass61,899 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    61,899 miles
    Test number
    439410092022
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail61,899 miles (+1,678)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,899 miles
    Test number
    325299682084
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass60,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    60,221 miles
    Test number
    578689901168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,221 miles (+2,267)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,221 miles
    Test number
    826659401113
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass57,954 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    57,954 miles
    Test number
    221649900188
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Fail57,952 miles (+4,520)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,952 miles
    Test number
    551197800189
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass53,432 miles (+1,951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    53,432 miles
    Test number
    183895218382
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass51,481 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    51,481 miles
    Test number
    114206787224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail51,455 miles (+2,758)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,455 miles
    Test number
    464493787257
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass48,697 miles (+5,142)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    48,697 miles
    Test number
    374148876417
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass43,555 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    43,555 miles
    Test number
    401099765285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about K40 BMB

Does K40 BMB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K40 BMB expired on 30 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K40 BMB?
The MOT on K40 BMB expired on 30 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K40 BMB done?
K40 BMB was recorded at 75,790 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2025, an average of 1,624 miles a year.
Has K40 BMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 BMB has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on K40 BMB 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 K40 BMB find?
K40 BMB passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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