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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,242 cc

L18 GHMMOT history

L18 GHM is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 12 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 82,392 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

L18 GHM black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
82,392 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,231 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 GHM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
12 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 GHM was last recorded at 82,392 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 3,511 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,881 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,511 miles
Average per year
4,231 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,392 miles
  • 2024 – 78,881 miles
  • 2023 – 68,270 miles
  • 2022 – 61,518 miles
  • 2021 – 58,747 miles
  • 2020 – 55,685 miles
  • 2019 – 54,984 miles
  • 2018 – 52,110 miles
  • 2017 – 50,491 miles
  • 2016 – 49,000 miles
  • 2015 – 45,170 miles
  • 2014 – 41,169 miles
  • 2013 – 35,517 miles
  • 2011 – 30,611 miles
  • 2010 – 18,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,392 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    82,392 miles
    Test number
    642032711334
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail82,392 miles (+3,511)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,392 miles
    Test number
    236244314205
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass78,881 miles (+4,057)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    78,881 miles
    Test number
    778432147324
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass74,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    74,824 miles
    Test number
    368793715667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail74,824 miles (+6,554)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,824 miles
    Test number
    488886616771
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass68,270 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2024
    Odometer
    68,270 miles
    Test number
    497186786400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail68,258 miles (+6,740)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,258 miles
    Test number
    643771445586
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass61,518 miles (+2,771)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    61,518 miles
    Test number
    841577290829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,747 miles (+3,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    58,747 miles
    Test number
    429212067658
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges but no cords visible (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass55,685 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    55,685 miles
    Test number
    560712101779
    • AdvisoryFront subframe has surface corrosion but solid at time of test

  11. Fail55,685 miles (+701)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,685 miles
    Test number
    816042339756
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning Brake lamp not working and high level lamp not working (less than 50%) (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe has surface corrosion but solid at time of test
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level brake lamp inoperative (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass54,984 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    54,984 miles
    Test number
    975841610023
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Bonnet safety catch sticking,

  13. Fail54,984 miles (+2,874)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,984 miles
    Test number
    419317369553
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Bonnet safety catch sticking,

  14. Pass52,110 miles (+1,619)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    52,110 miles
    Test number
    953536702857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,491 miles (+1,491)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,491 miles
    Test number
    137736581027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,000 miles (+3,830)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    49,000 miles
    Test number
    188482087545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,170 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,170 miles
    Test number
    178123665463
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass45,170 miles (+4,001)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    45,170 miles
    Test number
    935393565035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,169 miles (+5,652)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    41,169 miles
    Test number
    338424294043
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre on legal limit
    • NoteN/s/f wheel rim distorted
    • NoteSteam from radiator

  20. Fail35,517 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,517 miles
    Test number
    157642773448
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass35,517 miles (+4,906)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    35,517 miles
    Test number
    179402573035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,611 miles (+11,875)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    30,611 miles
    Test number
    656320251369
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass18,736 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    18,736 miles
    Test number
    402432020432
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges slightly

Questions about L18 GHM

Does L18 GHM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 GHM is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L18 GHM?
The MOT on L18 GHM is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 GHM done?
L18 GHM was recorded at 82,392 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 4,231 miles a year.
Has L18 GHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 GHM has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L18 GHM 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 GHM find?
L18 GHM passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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