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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 2016 · 998 cc

L16 REPMOT history

L16 REP is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 18 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 73,416 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

L16 REP blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
73,416 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 REP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
18 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 REP was last recorded at 73,416 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,407 miles · 29 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
6,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,416 miles
  • 2025 – 69,543 miles
  • 2024 – 61,307 miles
  • 2023 – 49,598 miles
  • 2022 – 36,877 miles
  • 2021 – 29,770 miles
  • 2020 – 26,896 miles
  • 2019 – 21,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,416 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 12 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,416 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    73,416 miles
    Test number
    751053204102
    • 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 worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail73,407 miles (+3,864)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,407 miles
    Test number
    289796637962
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • 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 worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass69,543 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    69,543 miles
    Test number
    645419338108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail69,525 miles (+8,218)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,525 miles
    Test number
    799913462899
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass61,307 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    61,307 miles
    Test number
    205243547828
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail61,307 miles (+11,709)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,307 miles
    Test number
    578375735998
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass49,598 miles (+12,721)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    49,598 miles
    Test number
    258209275253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass36,877 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    36,877 miles
    Test number
    867485361808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail36,849 miles (+7,079)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,849 miles
    Test number
    748401139007
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass29,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    29,770 miles
    Test number
    694868032709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail29,770 miles (+2,874)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,770 miles
    Test number
    749954896348
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass26,896 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    26,896 miles
    Test number
    715921259397
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNail in N/S/R tyre. 195/50/r16-84v
    • AdvisoryUnable to see brakes.
  13. Fail26,869 miles (+5,130)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,869 miles
    Test number
    482907614641
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNail in N/S/R tyre. 195/50/r16-84v
    • AdvisoryUnable to see brakes.
  14. Pass21,739 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    21,739 miles
    Test number
    432047275581
    • AdvisoryUnable to see front brake pads.

Questions about L16 REP

Does L16 REP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 REP is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 REP?
The MOT on L16 REP is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 REP done?
L16 REP was recorded at 73,416 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 6,679 miles a year.
Has L16 REP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 REP has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 REP 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 REP find?
L16 REP passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges.

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