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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,242 cc

L18 UBOMOT history

L18 UBO is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Apr 2010. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 95,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

L18 UBO black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
95,289 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 UBO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 UBO was last recorded at 95,289 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 5,305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,984 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,305 miles
Average per year
5,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,289 miles
  • 2025 – 89,984 miles
  • 2024 – 84,471 miles
  • 2023 – 77,962 miles
  • 2022 – 73,181 miles
  • 2021 – 66,826 miles
  • 2020 – 65,357 miles
  • 2019 – 60,623 miles
  • 2018 – 54,077 miles
  • 2017 – 48,855 miles
  • 2016 – 42,927 miles
  • 2015 – 36,215 miles
  • 2014 – 28,923 miles
  • 2013 – 21,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,289 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,289 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    95,289 miles
    Test number
    758187813747
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail95,289 miles (+5,305)3 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,289 miles
    Test number
    416803820992
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testPosition lamp not working front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass89,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    89,984 miles
    Test number
    302680985982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail89,984 miles (+5,513)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,984 miles
    Test number
    748607171836
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass84,471 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    84,471 miles
    Test number
    456027879853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail84,458 miles (+6,496)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,458 miles
    Test number
    437473169389
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Rear silencer (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass77,962 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    77,962 miles
    Test number
    990592854278
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail77,959 miles (+4,778)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,959 miles
    Test number
    242883469534
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass73,181 miles (+6,355)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    73,181 miles
    Test number
    668048021944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,826 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    66,826 miles
    Test number
    489111883287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Fail66,825 miles (+1,468)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,825 miles
    Test number
    890794422964
    • MajorFront Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Pass65,357 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,357 miles
    Test number
    961193003844
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail65,356 miles (+4,733)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,356 miles
    Test number
    842787661474
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass60,623 miles (+6,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    60,623 miles
    Test number
    838703627758
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  15. Pass54,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    54,077 miles
    Test number
    326057763656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,077 miles (+5,222)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,077 miles
    Test number
    415094758906
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  17. Pass48,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    48,855 miles
    Test number
    832612369747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,855 miles (+5,928)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,855 miles
    Test number
    262843838604
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield not secure rear

  19. Pass42,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    42,927 miles
    Test number
    676969414493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail42,927 miles (+6,712)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,927 miles
    Test number
    634169196168
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass36,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    36,215 miles
    Test number
    655407515194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail36,215 miles (+7,292)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,215 miles
    Test number
    767267715123
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass28,923 miles (+7,595)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    28,923 miles
    Test number
    298806104138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    21,328 miles
    Test number
    887369113163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 UBO

Does L18 UBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 UBO is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 UBO?
The MOT on L18 UBO is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 UBO done?
L18 UBO was recorded at 95,289 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 5,497 miles a year.
Has L18 UBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 UBO has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 UBO 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 UBO find?
L18 UBO passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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