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Red · Diesel · 2011 · 1,396 cc

S56 RJSMOT history

S56 RJS is a red diesel Kia Venga first used on 1 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 76,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

S56 RJS red Kia Venga – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
76,221 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,765 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S56 RJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Venga
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S56 RJS was last recorded at 76,221 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 5,493 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,728 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,493 miles
Average per year
4,765 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,221 miles
  • 2025 – 70,728 miles
  • 2024 – 63,484 miles
  • 2023 – 56,073 miles
  • 2022 – 50,879 miles
  • 2021 – 41,115 miles
  • 2020 – 38,393 miles
  • 2019 – 35,341 miles
  • 2018 – 31,858 miles
  • 2017 – 28,697 miles
  • 2016 – 25,634 miles
  • 2015 – 22,088 miles
  • 2014 – 18,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,221 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front subframe support corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,221 miles (+5,493)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    76,221 miles
    Test number
    971575058171
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front subframe support corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  2. Pass70,728 miles (+69)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    70,728 miles
    Test number
    313148605982
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front subframe support corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail70,659 miles (+7,175)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,659 miles
    Test number
    304073770045
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded at axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded at axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front subframe support corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass63,484 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    63,484 miles
    Test number
    168691409680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail63,449 miles (+7,376)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,449 miles
    Test number
    178598923015
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass56,073 miles (+5,194)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    56,073 miles
    Test number
    474738942152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,879 miles (+9,764)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    50,879 miles
    Test number
    206621009109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass41,115 miles (+2,722)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    41,115 miles
    Test number
    957319609702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,393 miles (+3,052)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    38,393 miles
    Test number
    986792502895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass35,341 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    35,341 miles
    Test number
    474479356829
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres cracked and perished on tread pattern

  11. Fail35,341 miles (+3,483)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,341 miles
    Test number
    826827968673
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres cracked and perished on tread pattern

  12. Pass31,858 miles (+3,161)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    31,858 miles
    Test number
    186722553991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,697 miles (+3,063)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    28,697 miles
    Test number
    277186487358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass25,634 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    25,634 miles
    Test number
    968188584089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail25,630 miles (+3,542)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,630 miles
    Test number
    468805715297
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass22,088 miles (+3,643)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    22,088 miles
    Test number
    287865855013
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • NoteRear (Both) tyre sidewalls cracked

  17. Pass18,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    18,445 miles
    Test number
    156747654434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S56 RJS

Does S56 RJS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S56 RJS is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S56 RJS?
The MOT on S56 RJS is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S56 RJS done?
S56 RJS was recorded at 76,221 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 4,765 miles a year.
Has S56 RJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S56 RJS has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S56 RJS 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 S56 RJS find?
S56 RJS passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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