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Ford Fiesta

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

L18 MOUMOT history

L18 MOU is a white petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 28 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 78,204 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

L18 MOU white Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Aug 2027
Mileage
78,204 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,771 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 MOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 MOU was last recorded at 78,204 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,823 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
381 miles
Average per year
4,771 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,204 miles
  • 2025 – 77,823 miles
  • 2024 – 76,819 miles
  • 2023 – 73,481 miles
  • 2022 – 72,249 miles
  • 2020 – 70,546 miles
  • 2019 – 64,173 miles
  • 2018 – 53,040 miles
  • 2017 – 38,864 miles
  • 2016 – 31,089 miles
  • 2015 – 23,921 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,204 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • N/s frt tyre low psi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Surface rust to frt discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 28 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,204 miles (+381)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    78,204 miles
    Test number
    161777455157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass77,823 miles (+1,004)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    77,823 miles
    Test number
    580517252520
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass76,819 miles (+3,338)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    76,819 miles
    Test number
    242333621499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,481 miles (+1,232)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    73,481 miles
    Test number
    676594668162
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass72,249 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    72,249 miles
    Test number
    414086181768
    • AdvisoryN/s frt tyre low psi
    • AdvisorySurface rust to frt discs

  6. Fail72,249 miles (+1,703)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,249 miles
    Test number
    376128117479
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s frt tyre low psi
    • AdvisorySurface rust to frt discs

  7. Pass70,546 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    70,546 miles
    Test number
    799388099451
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail70,546 miles (+6,373)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,546 miles
    Test number
    582865850982
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass64,173 miles (+11,133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    64,173 miles
    Test number
    799899562174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers seat not folding

  10. Pass53,040 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    53,040 miles
    Test number
    730481757417
    • AdvisoryWet around brake servo no leaks found level ok

  11. Fail53,040 miles (+14,176)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,040 miles
    Test number
    490179728889
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1955015 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly damaged all 4 wheels have damage curbed (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWet around brake servo no leaks found level ok

  12. Pass38,864 miles (+7,775)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    38,864 miles
    Test number
    605753047654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,089 miles (+7,168)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,089 miles
    Test number
    290847736703
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel rim damaged

  14. Pass23,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    23,921 miles
    Test number
    325847185058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 MOU

Does L18 MOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 MOU is valid until 30 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 MOU?
The MOT on L18 MOU is valid until 30 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 MOU done?
L18 MOU was recorded at 78,204 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 4,771 miles a year.
Has L18 MOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 MOU has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2022.
Has the mileage on L18 MOU 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 MOU find?
L18 MOU passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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