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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

L13 TLAMOT history

L13 TLA is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 1 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 76,691 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

L13 TLA black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
76,691 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,020 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 TLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 TLA was last recorded at 76,691 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 10,714 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,977 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
10,714 miles
Average per year
6,020 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,691 miles
  • 2025 – 65,977 miles
  • 2024 – 59,941 miles
  • 2023 – 52,430 miles
  • 2022 – 44,331 miles
  • 2021 – 40,468 miles
  • 2020 – 38,409 miles
  • 2019 – 31,164 miles
  • 2018 – 24,231 miles
  • 2017 – 16,416 miles
  • 2016 – 13,383 miles
  • 2015 – 10,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,691 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively slight imbalance across axel (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,691 miles (+10,714)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    76,691 miles
    Test number
    696563046812
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively slight imbalance across axel (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass65,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    65,977 miles
    Test number
    787675230429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail65,977 miles (+6,036)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,977 miles
    Test number
    929648923828
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass59,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    59,941 miles
    Test number
    590071654106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail59,941 miles (+7,511)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,941 miles
    Test number
    630803204044
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass52,430 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    52,430 miles
    Test number
    376862887678
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail52,430 miles (+8,099)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,430 miles
    Test number
    403172392636
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass44,331 miles (+3,863)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    44,331 miles
    Test number
    566609153449
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass40,468 miles (+2,059)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    40,468 miles
    Test number
    831142703838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    38,409 miles
    Test number
    449166798969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail38,409 miles (+7,245)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,409 miles
    Test number
    980438248929
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass31,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    31,164 miles
    Test number
    935165440234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail31,164 miles (+6,933)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,164 miles
    Test number
    176955279982
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  14. Pass24,231 miles (+7,815)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    24,231 miles
    Test number
    513123054521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass16,416 miles (+3,033)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    16,416 miles
    Test number
    311059146066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass13,383 miles (+2,967)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    13,383 miles
    Test number
    925333994306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass10,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    10,416 miles
    Test number
    716138345097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail10,416 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,416 miles
    Test number
    726208645060
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about L13 TLA

Does L13 TLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 TLA is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 TLA?
The MOT on L13 TLA 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 L13 TLA done?
L13 TLA was recorded at 76,691 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 6,020 miles a year.
Has L13 TLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 TLA has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L13 TLA 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 L13 TLA find?
L13 TLA passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front all direction indicators slightly discoloured; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively slight imbalance across axel, and 3 more.

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