When is the MOT due on BV61 CXL?

The MOT for BV61 CXL is due 31 March 2027 (289 days away).

DVLA records show the tax status of BV61 CXL as: Taxed.

How many MOT tests has BV61 CXL had?

BV61 CXL has 18 recorded MOT tests: 12 passed and 6 failed.

What is the mileage of BV61 CXL?

The last recorded mileage at MOT was 26430 miles.

BV61 CXL – 2011 KIA MOT History & Check

Vehicle details

Make & model: KIA
Year: 2011
Fuel: DIESEL

Colour: SILVER
Engine: 2199 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026): Taxed

MOT status (as of 11 June 2026): Valid
MOT due: 31 March 2027 (289 days away)
Last recorded mileage: 26,430 mi

AI verdict AVOID 38/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2011 Kia has 18 MOT tests on record with a 67% pass rate and 26,430 miles. The mileage trajectory is consistent, but the underlying mechanical issues and safety risks make this vehicle a high-risk purchase.

The mileage trajectory is consistent, averaging 8,820 miles/year, with no anomalies or suspicious drops detected in the MOT records.

Things to check

Four DANGEROUS defect(s) recorded across the MOT history (e.g., brake failure, tyre defect).
Recurring suspension arm failures and advisories across 5 tests (Jul 2020, Aug 2021).
Recurring brake system failures and advisories across 4 tests (Jul 2020, Aug 2021).
Recurring tyre wear advisories across 6 tests (Jul 2020, Aug 2021, Sep 2022).

Working in its favour

Consistent annual mileage averaging 8,820 miles/year, aligning with UK average.
No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage tampering in the MOT records.
The vehicle has a valid MOT until March 2027, indicating current roadworthiness.
Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) suggests good inherent safety features.

Mileage history

MOT test history — 12/18 passed

Date	Result	Mileage	Defects & advisories
Aug 2014	PASS	26,430 mi	None recorded
Mar 2015	PASS	30,008 mi	None recorded
Mar 2016	PASS	37,765 mi	ADVISORY Tyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1) ADVISORY Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)
Mar 2017	PASS	45,390 mi	None recorded
Apr 2018	FAIL	60,001 mi	FAIL Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) FAIL Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3) ADVISORY Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Apr 2018	PASS	60,001 mi	ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3) ADVISORY Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Apr 2019	FAIL	72,893 mi	MAJOR Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Apr 2019	PASS	72,893 mi	None recorded
Jul 2020	FAIL	81,855 mi	MAJOR Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b)) ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) ADVISORY Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) ADVISORY Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Jul 2020	PASS	81,855 mi	ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) ADVISORY Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) ADVISORY Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Aug 2021	FAIL	89,236 mi	MAJOR Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i)) MAJOR Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) MINOR Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i)) MAJOR Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Aug 2021	PASS	89,236 mi	ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) MINOR Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Sep 2022	PASS	98,280 mi	MINOR Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i)) ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Jan 2024	FAIL	108,368 mi	MAJOR Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Dangerous for other road users (0.1 (d)) ADVISORY Rear tail gate damaged MAJOR Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a)) ADVISORY Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Hand brake light on dash (1.1.6 (d)) DANGEROUS Offside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing X 2 (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c)) MINOR Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i)) MAJOR Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bonding coming away from bush (5.3.4 (a) (i)) MAJOR Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bonding coming away from bush (5.3.4 (a) (i)) MAJOR Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f)) DANGEROUS Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/70/16 (5.2.3 (e)) MINOR Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i)) DANGEROUS Offside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
Jan 2024	PASS	108,368 mi	ADVISORY Rear tail gate damaged ADVISORY Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Hand brake light on dash (1.1.6 (d)) ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c)) MINOR Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i)) MINOR Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Feb 2025	FAIL	118,000 mi	ADVISORY Rear tail gate damaged ADVISORY Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt MAJOR Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii)) ADVISORY Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a)) ADVISORY Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a)) MAJOR Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c)) ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to wear indicators 225/70/16 (5.2.3 (e)) ADVISORY Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f)) DANGEROUS Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) ADVISORY Hand brake light on dash
Mar 2025	PASS	118,000 mi	ADVISORY Rear tail gate damaged ADVISORY Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ADVISORY Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a)) ADVISORY Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a)) ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c)) ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to wear indicators 225/70/16 (5.2.3 (e)) ADVISORY Hand brake light on dash
Apr 2026	PASS	134,580 mi	MINOR Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i)) ADVISORY All direction indicators slightly discoloured all 4 (4.4.3 (a)) ADVISORY Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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