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Black · Petrol · 2015 · 1,242 cc

L111 VRUMOT history

L111 VRU is a black petrol Ford KA first used on 30 Nov 2015. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 63,515 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

L111 VRU black Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
63,515 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,278 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L111 VRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Nov 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L111 VRU was last recorded at 63,515 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 3,725 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,790 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,725 miles
Average per year
5,278 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,515 miles
  • 2025 – 59,790 miles
  • 2024 – 53,906 miles
  • 2023 – 49,282 miles
  • 2022 – 45,621 miles
  • 2021 – 43,736 miles
  • 2020 – 38,047 miles
  • 2019 – 31,608 miles
  • 2018 – 22,797 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,515 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush replace ASAP (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush replace ASAP (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 9 Nov 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,515 miles (+3,725)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    63,515 miles
    Test number
    386443228349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush replace ASAP (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush replace ASAP (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass59,790 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    59,790 miles
    Test number
    274361671078
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail59,790 miles (+5,884)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,790 miles
    Test number
    101208667409
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass53,906 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    53,906 miles
    Test number
    320825441591
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail53,900 miles (+4,618)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,900 miles
    Test number
    135574478329
    • MajorShock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both sides front (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorShock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both sides rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass49,282 miles (+3,661)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    49,282 miles
    Test number
    852885961813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass45,621 miles (+1,885)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    45,621 miles
    Test number
    744523758047
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass43,736 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    43,736 miles
    Test number
    100624157196
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arm bushes cracking
    • AdvisorySlight distortion on both rear wheels
  9. Fail43,736 miles (+5,689)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,736 miles
    Test number
    407439195541
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak at radiator
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arm bushes cracking
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split
    • AdvisorySlight distortion on both rear wheels
  10. Pass38,047 miles (+6,439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    38,047 miles
    Test number
    448225352788
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn to 3mm+edges worn
  11. Pass31,608 miles (+8,811)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    31,608 miles
    Test number
    355464801125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass22,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    22,797 miles
    Test number
    103752715065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L111 VRU

Does L111 VRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L111 VRU is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L111 VRU?
The MOT on L111 VRU is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L111 VRU done?
L111 VRU was recorded at 63,515 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 5,278 miles a year.
Has L111 VRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L111 VRU has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L111 VRU 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 L111 VRU find?
L111 VRU passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush replace asap; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush replace asap, and 1 more.

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