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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,596 cc

FD55 MXLMOT history

FD55 MXL is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 11 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 152,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2024
Mileage
152,345 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Mileage history

FD55 MXL was last recorded at 152,345 miles on 17 Apr 2024, 7,040 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,305 miles · 14 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
7,040 miles
Average per year
7,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail152,345 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle bushes deteriorated.

What MOT failures 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 Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail152,345 miles (+7,040)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,345 miles
    Test number
    253511858619
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes deteriorated.

  2. Pass145,305 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    145,305 miles
    Test number
    246010747434
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail145,305 miles (+8,360)3 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,305 miles
    Test number
    724349348938
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass136,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    136,945 miles
    Test number
    558162126134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail136,945 miles (+8,124)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,945 miles
    Test number
    849925042847
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass128,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    128,821 miles
    Test number
    755357636977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail128,821 miles (+10,678)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,821 miles
    Test number
    853264220114
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass118,143 miles (+4,560)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    118,143 miles
    Test number
    604827512180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass113,583 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    113,583 miles
    Test number
    717724869089
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail113,582 miles (+6,197)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,582 miles
    Test number
    703908794719
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass107,385 miles (+5,998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    107,385 miles
    Test number
    690784529631
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass101,387 miles (+5,237)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    101,387 miles
    Test number
    258655122765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass96,150 miles (+4,757)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    96,150 miles
    Test number
    650690430641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail91,393 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,393 miles
    Test number
    137928605052
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Pass91,393 miles (+4,850)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    91,393 miles
    Test number
    599868305038
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Fail86,543 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,543 miles
    Test number
    379707304099
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted nearside rear seatbelt not fully inspected

  17. Pass86,543 miles (+5,655)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    86,543 miles
    Test number
    738467104026
    • NoteChild seat fitted nearside rear seatbelt not fully inspected

  18. Pass80,888 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    80,888 miles
    Test number
    786432323024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail80,888 miles (+5,100)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,888 miles
    Test number
    919909913035
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass75,788 miles (+4,261)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    75,788 miles
    Test number
    788524302038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,527 miles (+13,681)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    71,527 miles
    Test number
    472488440467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,846 miles (+13,752)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    57,846 miles
    Test number
    362529149397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    44,094 miles
    Test number
    280917209062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about FD55 MXL

When is the MOT due on FD55 MXL?
The MOT on FD55 MXL expired on 18 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has FD55 MXL done?
FD55 MXL was recorded at 152,345 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2024, an average of 7,087 miles a year.
Has FD55 MXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FD55 MXL has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on FD55 MXL 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 FD55 MXL find?
FD55 MXL failed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2024 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; offside front position lamp not working; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 3 more.

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