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Ford Fiesta

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,560 cc

L16 CHWMOT history

L16 CHW is a grey diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 29 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2026 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 121,773 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2025.

L16 CHW grey Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2026
Mileage
121,773 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2025
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,824 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 CHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2026
Latest MOT test
15 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 CHW was last recorded at 121,773 miles on 15 May 2025, 6,224 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,549 miles · 23 May 2024
Between the last two tests
6,224 miles
Average per year
7,824 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,773 miles
  • 2024 – 115,549 miles
  • 2023 – 108,825 miles
  • 2022 – 97,234 miles
  • 2021 – 87,136 miles
  • 2020 – 83,516 miles
  • 2019 – 76,627 miles
  • 2017 – 60,359 miles
  • 2016 – 49,182 miles
  • 2015 – 41,386 miles
  • 2014 – 37,382 miles
  • 2013 – 30,326 miles
  • 2012 – 22,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,773 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,773 miles (+6,224)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    121,773 miles
    Test number
    705309212256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass115,549 miles (+6,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    115,549 miles
    Test number
    628563290845
    • AdvisoryChip in screen,
    • AdvisoryOffside Front O/S front bumper lower trim has had temp repair, Bumper trim secure
  3. Pass108,825 miles (+2)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    108,825 miles
    Test number
    157356968295
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail108,823 miles (+11,589)1 dangerous6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,823 miles
    Test number
    869532177626
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass97,234 miles (+10,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    97,234 miles
    Test number
    347538933519
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass87,136 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    87,136 miles
    Test number
    306622870312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Fail87,135 miles (+3,619)11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,135 miles
    Test number
    428937330733
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  8. Pass83,516 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    83,516 miles
    Test number
    577993862132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Fail83,516 miles (+6,889)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,516 miles
    Test number
    661878067018
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested DUE TO CONDITION OF LOWER BALL JOINT (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  10. Pass76,627 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    76,627 miles
    Test number
    611501445519
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail76,594 miles (+16,235)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,594 miles
    Test number
    377617901724
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet open warning on dash.
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below max.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 3 mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe bolt head sheered off.
    • AdvisoryRear Heat shield insecure.
  12. Pass60,359 miles (+11,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    60,359 miles
    Test number
    835066514673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass49,182 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    49,182 miles
    Test number
    564415647040
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box deteriorated
  14. Fail49,182 miles (+7,796)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,182 miles
    Test number
    307495320164
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box deteriorated
  15. Pass41,386 miles (+4,004)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    41,386 miles
    Test number
    662339699045
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront discs corroded inner face
  16. Pass37,382 miles (+7,056)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,382 miles
    Test number
    418793774206
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight oil leak
  17. Pass30,326 miles1 dangerous1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    30,326 miles
    Test number
    229558663262
    • DangerousN/s/r tyre worn on outer edges close to limit cracks around side walls and tread
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on outer edges close to limit
  18. Fail30,326 miles (+7,408)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,326 miles
    Test number
    326018263216
    • DangerousN/s/r tyre worn on outer edges close to limit cracks around side walls and tread
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on outer edges close to limit
  19. Pass22,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    22,918 miles
    Test number
    398659562230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail22,918 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,918 miles
    Test number
    635009962257
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about L16 CHW

Does L16 CHW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L16 CHW expired on 22 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L16 CHW?
The MOT on L16 CHW expired on 22 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L16 CHW done?
L16 CHW was recorded at 121,773 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2025, an average of 7,824 miles a year.
Has L16 CHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 CHW has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L16 CHW 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 L16 CHW find?
L16 CHW passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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