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Ford KA

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,248 cc

L20 FKAMOT history

L20 FKA is a black diesel Ford KA first used on 22 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 39,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2026.

L20 FKA black Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
39,091 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,663 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 FKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
22 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 FKA was last recorded at 39,091 miles on 3 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,091 miles · 2 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,663 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,091 miles
  • 2025 – 38,581 miles
  • 2024 – 38,578 miles
  • 2023 – 38,435 miles
  • 2022 – 37,456 miles
  • 2021 – 36,622 miles
  • 2020 – 35,849 miles
  • 2019 – 34,989 miles
  • 2018 – 32,685 miles
  • 2017 – 30,035 miles
  • 2016 – 26,408 miles
  • 2015 – 23,503 miles
  • 2014 – 18,812 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,091 miles
  • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle body and suspension components showing signs of corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Little reserve travel in handbrake

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive output seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,091 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    39,091 miles
    Test number
    683638864741
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle body and suspension components showing signs of corrosion

  2. Fail39,091 miles (+510)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,091 miles
    Test number
    837269293674
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively front both wipers worn (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements rear n/s handbrake showing low effort at wheel (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in handbrake
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle body and suspension components showing signs of corrosion

  3. Pass38,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    38,581 miles
    Test number
    376061330331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail38,581 miles (+3)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,581 miles
    Test number
    913971200727
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass38,578 miles (+143)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    38,578 miles
    Test number
    551796160170
    • AdvisoryFront front both n/s o/s windscreen washers weak [at time of testing]
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer rear n/s outer upper wheel arch showing signs of damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rear both n/s o/s handbrake showing low effort at wheels (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in handbrake

  6. Pass38,435 miles (+979)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    38,435 miles
    Test number
    356173275081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsf and osf strut top caps and nuts corroded

  7. Pass37,456 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    37,456 miles
    Test number
    217995262065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive output seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail37,455 miles (+833)1 dangerous1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,455 miles
    Test number
    104257907616
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive output seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass36,622 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    36,622 miles
    Test number
    919863409498
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail36,622 miles (+773)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,622 miles
    Test number
    695663991264
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass35,849 miles (+860)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    35,849 miles
    Test number
    598491190389
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished195/50x15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished 195/50x15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers top cup washers corroded

  12. Pass34,989 miles (+2,304)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    34,989 miles
    Test number
    729927700867
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber top mount cup washers corroded

  13. Pass32,685 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    32,685 miles
    Test number
    666536477501
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops insecure

  14. Fail32,685 miles (+2,650)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,685 miles
    Test number
    410461017662
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195 50 15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195 50 15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops insecure

  15. Pass30,035 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    30,035 miles
    Test number
    522836566696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail30,031 miles (+3,623)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,031 miles
    Test number
    939942516776
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure separation of tread block age related 195/50r15 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread block cracking and separation tread block (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass26,408 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    26,408 miles
    Test number
    792838394780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail26,404 miles (+2,901)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,404 miles
    Test number
    817537600139
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords showing. (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/50-15. cords showing. (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass23,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    23,503 miles
    Test number
    256195505266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail23,503 miles (+4,691)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,503 miles
    Test number
    226004005267
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass18,812 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,812 miles
    Test number
    317266804261
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L20 FKA

Does L20 FKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 FKA is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 FKA?
The MOT on L20 FKA is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 FKA done?
L20 FKA was recorded at 39,091 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2026, an average of 1,663 miles a year.
Has L20 FKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 FKA has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 FKA 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 L20 FKA find?
L20 FKA passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: under side of vehicle body and suspension components showing signs of corrosion.

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