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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,399 cc

L18 FJMMOT history

L18 FJM is a blue diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 1 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 96,543 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

L18 FJM blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
96,543 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 FJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,399 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 FJM was last recorded at 96,543 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 7,309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,234 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,309 miles
Average per year
5,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,543 miles
  • 2025 – 89,234 miles
  • 2024 – 77,097 miles
  • 2023 – 68,482 miles
  • 2022 – 66,093 miles
  • 2021 – 61,408 miles
  • 2020 – 57,796 miles
  • 2019 – 55,029 miles
  • 2018 – 48,535 miles
  • 2017 – 44,277 miles
  • 2016 – 39,596 miles
  • 2015 – 34,800 miles
  • 2014 – 29,590 miles
  • 2013 – 27,346 miles
  • 2012 – 25,787 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,543 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,543 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    96,543 miles
    Test number
    935378653878
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail96,543 miles (+7,309)3 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,543 miles
    Test number
    945035788106
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass89,234 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    89,234 miles
    Test number
    456541693854
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail89,231 miles (+12,134)4 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,231 miles
    Test number
    860644819907
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass77,097 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    77,097 miles
    Test number
    746653024218
    • 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))

  6. Fail77,095 miles (+8,613)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,095 miles
    Test number
    326058331357
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • 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. Pass68,482 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    68,482 miles
    Test number
    658552866153
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail68,480 miles (+2,387)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,480 miles
    Test number
    560174787290
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass66,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    66,093 miles
    Test number
    570728824889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail66,093 miles (+4,685)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,093 miles
    Test number
    759140290612
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass61,408 miles (+3,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    61,408 miles
    Test number
    909021386457
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield loose

  12. Pass57,796 miles (+2,767)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    57,796 miles
    Test number
    194535949461
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  13. Pass55,029 miles (+6,494)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    55,029 miles
    Test number
    270341011308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,535 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    48,535 miles
    Test number
    676454103165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail48,533 miles (+4,256)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,533 miles
    Test number
    479107857004
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass44,277 miles (+4,681)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    44,277 miles
    Test number
    651799847471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,596 miles (+4,796)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    39,596 miles
    Test number
    603479542747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,800 miles (+5,210)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    34,800 miles
    Test number
    943178990079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,590 miles (+2,244)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    29,590 miles
    Test number
    788737844231
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to exhaust back box outer skin

  20. Pass27,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    27,346 miles
    Test number
    875884923228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail27,345 miles (+1,558)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,345 miles
    Test number
    366614423205
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  22. Pass25,787 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    25,787 miles
    Test number
    208711752218
    • NoteAirbag warning light illuminated - indicating that there is a fault in the system

Questions about L18 FJM

Does L18 FJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 FJM is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 FJM?
The MOT on L18 FJM is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 FJM done?
L18 FJM was recorded at 96,543 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 5,253 miles a year.
Has L18 FJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 FJM has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 FJM 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 FJM find?
L18 FJM passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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