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Ford Fiesta

White · Petrol · 2015 · 998 cc

L18 BTOMOT history

L18 BTO is a white petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 20 Jan 2015. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2026 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 66,070 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2025.

L18 BTO white Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2026
Mileage
66,070 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2025
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,341 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 BTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
20 Jan 2015
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 BTO was last recorded at 66,070 miles on 29 Sept 2025, 6,690 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,380 miles · 30 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
6,690 miles
Average per year
5,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 66,070 miles
  • 2024 – 59,380 miles
  • 2023 – 52,569 miles
  • 2022 – 47,836 miles
  • 2021 – 41,759 miles
  • 2020 – 38,547 miles
  • 2019 – 34,117 miles
  • 2018 – 28,838 miles
  • 2017 – 24,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,070 miles
  • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 27 Dec 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,070 miles (+6,690)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    66,070 miles
    Test number
    343748162077
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  2. Pass59,380 miles (+105)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    59,380 miles
    Test number
    337876855068
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  3. Fail59,275 miles (+6,706)2 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,275 miles
    Test number
    118339007901
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to leaking from O/S Front calliper/hose (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  4. Pass52,569 miles (+4,733)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    52,569 miles
    Test number
    359591363169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass47,836 miles (+6,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    47,836 miles
    Test number
    202509874128
    • AdvisorySlight play both rear axle bushes
  6. Pass41,759 miles (+3,212)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    41,759 miles
    Test number
    543509120412
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack
  7. Pass38,547 miles (+4,430)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    38,547 miles
    Test number
    149699494533
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  8. Pass34,117 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    34,117 miles
    Test number
    446338420471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail34,033 miles (+5,195)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,033 miles
    Test number
    165237941848
    • MajorOffside Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
  10. Pass28,838 miles (+4,195)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    28,838 miles
    Test number
    926998350252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass24,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    24,643 miles
    Test number
    508766884729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 BTO

Does L18 BTO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L18 BTO expired on 4 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L18 BTO?
The MOT on L18 BTO expired on 4 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L18 BTO done?
L18 BTO was recorded at 66,070 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2025, an average of 5,341 miles a year.
Has L18 BTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 BTO has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L18 BTO 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 L18 BTO find?
L18 BTO passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect: front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier.

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