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Ford KA

Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 1,242 cc

L12 POWMOT history

L12 POW is a silver petrol Ford KA first used on 1 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 33,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

L12 POW silver Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
33,499 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,093 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L12 POW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L12 POW was last recorded at 33,499 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 2,280 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
31,219 miles · 26 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,280 miles
Average per year
2,093 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 33,499 miles
  • 2025 – 31,219 miles
  • 2024 – 29,137 miles
  • 2023 – 27,273 miles
  • 2022 – 25,055 miles
  • 2021 – 23,336 miles
  • 2020 – 21,309 miles
  • 2019 – 18,978 miles
  • 2018 – 16,966 miles
  • 2017 – 15,277 miles
  • 2016 – 13,048 miles
  • 2015 – 10,983 miles
  • 2014 – 8,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,499 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex exhaust broken (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass33,499 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    33,499 miles
    Test number
    114951497656
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex exhaust broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail33,499 miles (+2,280)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,499 miles
    Test number
    317514396768
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex exhaust broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass31,219 miles (+2,082)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    31,219 miles
    Test number
    188410574538
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass29,137 miles (+9)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    29,137 miles
    Test number
    442696333295
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust back box delaminating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top mounting cup (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail29,128 miles (+1,855)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,128 miles
    Test number
    263874371935
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass27,273 miles (+2,218)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    27,273 miles
    Test number
    192712712244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 1.9 mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2 mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass25,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    25,055 miles
    Test number
    670860391644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail25,055 miles (+1,719)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,055 miles
    Test number
    495159616051
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass23,336 miles (+2,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    23,336 miles
    Test number
    170050002591
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass21,309 miles (+2,331)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    21,309 miles
    Test number
    506440937101
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre

  11. Pass18,978 miles (+2,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    18,978 miles
    Test number
    453043990982
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass16,966 miles (+1,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    16,966 miles
    Test number
    874573766971
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre cracked.

  13. Pass15,277 miles (+2,229)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    15,277 miles
    Test number
    782713722797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass13,048 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    13,048 miles
    Test number
    676059284193
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  15. Fail13,048 miles (+2,065)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,048 miles
    Test number
    385335907148
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  16. Pass10,983 miles (+2,639)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    10,983 miles
    Test number
    865557755076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass8,344 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    8,344 miles
    Test number
    459601554054
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • 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)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres are badly cracked and perished

Questions about L12 POW

Does L12 POW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L12 POW is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L12 POW?
The MOT on L12 POW is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L12 POW done?
L12 POW was recorded at 33,499 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 2,093 miles a year.
Has L12 POW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L12 POW has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L12 POW 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 L12 POW find?
L12 POW passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex exhaust broken; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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