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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,388 cc

L23 APTMOT history

L23 APT is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 1 Aug 2007. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 111,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

L23 APT blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
111,721 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 APT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Aug 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 APT was last recorded at 111,721 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 3,502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,219 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,502 miles
Average per year
5,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,721 miles
  • 2024 – 108,219 miles
  • 2023 – 104,431 miles
  • 2022 – 100,238 miles
  • 2021 – 96,804 miles
  • 2020 – 93,049 miles
  • 2019 – 88,755 miles
  • 2018 – 83,091 miles
  • 2017 – 76,368 miles
  • 2016 – 71,121 miles
  • 2015 – 66,305 miles
  • 2014 – 60,672 miles
  • 2013 – 53,897 miles
  • 2012 – 47,688 miles
  • 2011 – 42,582 miles
  • 2010 – 31,224 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,721 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,721 miles (+3,502)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    111,721 miles
    Test number
    482440644763
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,219 miles (+3,788)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    108,219 miles
    Test number
    877581638049
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn front bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn front bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass104,431 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    104,431 miles
    Test number
    470684134825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and low tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail104,421 miles (+4,183)1 dangerous3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,421 miles
    Test number
    273811490337
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and low tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass100,238 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    100,238 miles
    Test number
    735372246689
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail100,238 miles (+3,434)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,238 miles
    Test number
    728986284345
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass96,804 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    96,804 miles
    Test number
    956669421604
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  8. Fail96,804 miles (+3,755)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,804 miles
    Test number
    709951933996
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  9. Pass93,049 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,049 miles
    Test number
    898778577187
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front head lights (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level brake light inop (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail93,044 miles (+4,289)1 dangerous1 major2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,044 miles
    Test number
    836403210919
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front head lights (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level brake light inop (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass88,755 miles (+5,664)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,755 miles
    Test number
    313451507366
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel pipe starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear silencer heat shield insecure

  12. Pass83,091 miles (+6,723)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    83,091 miles
    Test number
    917340359720
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underside of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass76,368 miles (+5,247)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,368 miles
    Test number
    500728379883
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass71,121 miles (+4,816)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    71,121 miles
    Test number
    649286588781
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield loose

  15. Pass66,305 miles (+5,633)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    66,305 miles
    Test number
    522399080516
    • AdvisoryAt the time of test there was a possible power steering leak from the pump area
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded main centre (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass60,672 miles (+6,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    60,672 miles
    Test number
    418101834352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass53,897 miles (+6,209)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    53,897 miles
    Test number
    569712833318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass47,688 miles (+5,106)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    47,688 miles
    Test number
    418795822363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,582 miles (+1,352)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    42,582 miles
    Test number
    266514031327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,230 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,230 miles
    Test number
    389836691199
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  21. Pass41,230 miles (+10,006)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    41,230 miles
    Test number
    947786691153
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Pass31,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    31,224 miles
    Test number
    432680500217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 APT

Does L23 APT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 APT is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L23 APT?
The MOT on L23 APT is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 APT done?
L23 APT was recorded at 111,721 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 5,233 miles a year.
Has L23 APT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 APT has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on L23 APT 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 L23 APT find?
L23 APT passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose; nearside front power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 1 more.

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