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Ford KA

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,242 cc

L18 NOLMOT history

L18 NOL is a black petrol Ford KA first used on 26 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 16 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 62,466 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

L18 NOL black Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 May 2027
Mileage
62,466 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 NOL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
26 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 NOL was last recorded at 62,466 miles on 15 May 2026, 3,142 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,324 miles · 17 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,142 miles
Average per year
3,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,466 miles
  • 2025 – 59,324 miles
  • 2022 – 54,667 miles
  • 2021 – 51,412 miles
  • 2020 – 49,626 miles
  • 2019 – 47,118 miles
  • 2018 – 42,621 miles
  • 2017 – 38,847 miles
  • 2016 – 34,814 miles
  • 2015 – 31,024 miles
  • 2014 – 24,682 miles
  • 2013 – 18,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,466 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Items removed from drivers view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,466 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2027
    Odometer
    62,466 miles
    Test number
    942917532958
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail62,466 miles (+3,142)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,466 miles
    Test number
    681451372931
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper blade missing Both sides. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass59,324 miles (+4,657)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    59,324 miles
    Test number
    335145960460
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components covered heavily with underseal

  4. Pass54,667 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    54,667 miles
    Test number
    486328981089
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail54,667 miles (+3,255)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,667 miles
    Test number
    203294168229
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass51,412 miles (+1,786)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    51,412 miles
    Test number
    215395153716
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Pass49,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    49,626 miles
    Test number
    745666031789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail49,626 miles (+2,508)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,626 miles
    Test number
    492614154019
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass47,118 miles (+4,497)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,118 miles
    Test number
    854731881821
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  10. Pass42,621 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    42,621 miles
    Test number
    977793093101
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail42,621 miles (+3,774)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,621 miles
    Test number
    659042565989
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass38,847 miles (+4,033)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    38,847 miles
    Test number
    434327330203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,814 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    34,814 miles
    Test number
    760993382959
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail34,814 miles (+3,790)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,814 miles
    Test number
    605122555289
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inside (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass31,024 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    31,024 miles
    Test number
    871045991398
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view prior to test

  16. Fail31,024 miles (+6,342)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,024 miles
    Test number
    375051164873
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view prior to test

  17. Pass24,682 miles (+6,173)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    24,682 miles
    Test number
    428789224464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,509 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    18,509 miles
    Test number
    657859813336
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteOffside front tyre starting to crack and perish

Questions about L18 NOL

Does L18 NOL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 NOL is valid until 16 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 NOL?
The MOT on L18 NOL is valid until 16 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 NOL done?
L18 NOL was recorded at 62,466 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 3,518 miles a year.
Has L18 NOL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 NOL has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 NOL 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 NOL find?
L18 NOL passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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