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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 2011 · 1,242 cc

L18 XYSMOT history

L18 XYS is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 12 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 156,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

L18 XYS blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
156,300 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 XYS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
12 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 XYS was last recorded at 156,300 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 4,946 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,354 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,946 miles
Average per year
10,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 156,300 miles
  • 2024 – 151,354 miles
  • 2023 – 142,103 miles
  • 2022 – 133,957 miles
  • 2021 – 125,618 miles
  • 2020 – 110,155 miles
  • 2019 – 96,847 miles
  • 2018 – 81,025 miles
  • 2017 – 68,912 miles
  • 2016 – 51,039 miles
  • 2015 – 35,688 miles
  • 2014 – 28,301 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,300 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS and OS front discs worn, pitted and have corrosion to surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS and OS jacking points at front have corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS and OS inner sills at rear of sill/axle mounting areas corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS and OS outer sills corroded at rear of sill assembly (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle assembly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough Slight roughness on lock to lock turns (2.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All front suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 22 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,300 miles (+4,946)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    156,300 miles
    Test number
    949564426911
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS and OS front discs worn, pitted and have corrosion to surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS and OS jacking points at front have corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS and OS inner sills at rear of sill/axle mounting areas corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS and OS outer sills corroded at rear of sill assembly (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle assembly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough Slight roughness on lock to lock turns (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All front suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass151,354 miles (+9,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    151,354 miles
    Test number
    453202443290
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge becoming worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBottom radiator hose clip broken

  3. Pass142,103 miles (+8,146)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    142,103 miles
    Test number
    348011224663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass133,957 miles (+8,339)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    133,957 miles
    Test number
    954788534474
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass125,618 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    125,618 miles
    Test number
    378087964042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail125,618 miles (+15,463)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,618 miles
    Test number
    526626174832
    • MajorRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn o/s/r n/s/r (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass110,155 miles (+13,308)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    110,155 miles
    Test number
    646601035933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass96,847 miles (+15,822)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,847 miles
    Test number
    325711029525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass81,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    81,025 miles
    Test number
    591618831514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail81,025 miles (+12,113)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,025 miles
    Test number
    769408992118
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass68,912 miles (+17,873)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,912 miles
    Test number
    630707394061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass51,039 miles (+7,702)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,039 miles
    Test number
    520374427303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,337 miles (+7,649)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    43,337 miles
    Test number
    996942275421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,688 miles (+7,387)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    35,688 miles
    Test number
    529553615029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail28,301 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,301 miles
    Test number
    766862924060
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  16. Pass28,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    28,301 miles
    Test number
    796752024082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 XYS

Does L18 XYS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 XYS is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L18 XYS?
The MOT on L18 XYS is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 XYS done?
L18 XYS was recorded at 156,300 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 10,847 miles a year.
Has L18 XYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 XYS has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on L18 XYS 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 XYS find?
L18 XYS passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ns and os front discs worn, pitted and have corrosion to surfaces; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns and os jacking points at front have corrosion, and 6 more.

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