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Ford KA

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,299 cc

DL 3245MOT history

DL 3245 is a blue petrol Ford KA first used on 7 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 45,318 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

DL 3245 blue Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
45,318 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DL 3245
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DL 3245 was last recorded at 45,318 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 12,079 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,239 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
12,079 miles
Average per year
2,161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,318 miles
  • 2025 – 33,239 miles
  • 2024 – 20,997 miles
  • 2021 – 19,793 miles
  • 2019 – 15,671 miles
  • 2018 – 15,455 miles
  • 2017 – 15,124 miles
  • 2016 – 14,497 miles
  • 2015 – 13,503 miles
  • 2014 – 12,128 miles
  • 2013 – 10,799 miles
  • 2012 – 9,891 miles
  • 2011 – 8,349 miles
  • 2010 – 7,644 miles
  • 2009 – 6,539 miles
  • 2008 – 5,429 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,318 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Rear axle corrosion

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 tyres crack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear tyres crack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,318 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    45,318 miles
    Test number
    214725798067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear axle corrosion

  2. Fail45,318 miles (+12,079)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,318 miles
    Test number
    532207305049
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear axle corrosion

  3. Pass33,239 miles (+12,242)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    33,239 miles
    Test number
    497198071987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass20,997 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    20,997 miles
    Test number
    695450217526
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded

  5. Fail20,997 miles (+1,204)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,997 miles
    Test number
    443125822290
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded

  6. Pass19,793 miles (+4,122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    19,793 miles
    Test number
    888875038234
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill corroded

  7. Pass15,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    15,671 miles
    Test number
    315035219757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail15,671 miles (+216)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,671 miles
    Test number
    823167940174
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass15,455 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    15,455 miles
    Test number
    260247893416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyres crack
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyres crack

  10. Fail15,455 miles (+331)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,455 miles
    Test number
    719802851131
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed on side wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed on tread (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyres crack
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyres crack

  11. Pass15,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    15,124 miles
    Test number
    616329905766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail15,124 miles (+627)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,124 miles
    Test number
    758984668649
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid All (8.2.3)

  13. Pass14,497 miles (+994)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    14,497 miles
    Test number
    741814846320
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres deteriorated
    • AdvisoryMil light on
    • AdvisoryWasher liquid thick (stagnant)

  14. Pass13,503 miles (+1,375)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    13,503 miles
    Test number
    416394665033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass12,128 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    12,128 miles
    Test number
    208895264064
    • NoteAll tyres appear under inflated

  16. Fail12,128 miles (+1,329)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,128 miles
    Test number
    989915164048
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAll tyres appear under inflated

  17. Pass10,799 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    10,799 miles
    Test number
    667747763050
    • NoteCoolant was low

  18. Fail10,799 miles (+908)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,799 miles
    Test number
    915897663004
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteCoolant was low

  19. Pass9,891 miles (+1,542)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    9,891 miles
    Test number
    808755152010
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass8,349 miles (+705)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    8,349 miles
    Test number
    475285251007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass7,644 miles (+1,105)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    7,644 miles
    Test number
    644062360078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass6,539 miles (+1,110)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    6,539 miles
    Test number
    182926959461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass5,429 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    5,429 miles
    Test number
    953218458023
    • NoteKerb damage to nearside front tyre

Questions about DL 3245

What vehicle is registration DL 3245 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DL 3245 on a blue petrol Ford KA first used on 7 Mar 2005. 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 DL 3245 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DL 3245 is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on DL 3245?
The MOT on DL 3245 is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DL 3245 done?
DL 3245 was recorded at 45,318 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 2,161 miles a year.
Has DL 3245 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DL 3245 has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on DL 3245 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 DL 3245 find?
DL 3245 passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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