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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,388 cc

L23 JGHMOT history

L23 JGH is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 11 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 109,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

L23 JGH blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
109,671 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 JGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
11 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 JGH was last recorded at 109,671 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 2,003 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,668 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,003 miles
Average per year
4,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,671 miles
  • 2025 – 107,668 miles
  • 2024 – 103,967 miles
  • 2023 – 101,499 miles
  • 2022 – 96,011 miles
  • 2021 – 93,463 miles
  • 2020 – 92,590 miles
  • 2019 – 90,551 miles
  • 2018 – 85,508 miles
  • 2017 – 74,416 miles
  • 2016 – 67,678 miles
  • 2015 – 61,027 miles
  • 2014 – 52,522 miles
  • 2013 – 47,097 miles
  • 2012 – 42,965 miles
  • 2011 – 40,202 miles
  • 2010 – 37,228 miles
  • 2009 – 32,697 miles
  • 2008 – 27,761 miles
  • 2007 – 22,605 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,671 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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 Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Pads looks to be getting low.can't see inner pads.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre loose pressure .has been run flat , may not be repairable.perishing and crack appear around the tyre.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,671 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    109,671 miles
    Test number
    747105636069
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail109,671 miles (+2,003)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,671 miles
    Test number
    685609502689
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass107,668 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    107,668 miles
    Test number
    659265126682
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail107,668 miles (+3,701)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,668 miles
    Test number
    907968554366
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass103,967 miles (+2,468)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    103,967 miles
    Test number
    136474102529
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,499 miles (+5,488)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    101,499 miles
    Test number
    804552649834
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass96,011 miles (+2,548)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,011 miles
    Test number
    827359671060
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass93,463 miles (+873)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    93,463 miles
    Test number
    408664796750
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass92,590 miles (+2,039)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,590 miles
    Test number
    744481495552
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lamp condensated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides corroded at base (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass90,551 miles (+5,043)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    90,551 miles
    Test number
    587212787410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass85,508 miles (+55)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    85,508 miles
    Test number
    267851815834
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail85,453 miles (+11,037)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,453 miles
    Test number
    528984482121
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass74,416 miles (+6,738)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    74,416 miles
    Test number
    196232451702
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp has condensation in lense.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre valve perishing.
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides at base. (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake lamp not working.

  14. Pass67,678 miles (+105)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,678 miles
    Test number
    998571033182
    • AdvisoryFront Pads looks to be getting low.can't see inner pads.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre loose pressure .has been run flat , may not be repairable.perishing and crack appear around the tyre.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside offside of engine bay make in noise,could be from alternator pully.

  15. Fail67,573 miles (+6,546)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,573 miles
    Test number
    630749785317
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low adjuster is not working. may req new headlamp. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low.
    • AdvisoryFront Pads looks to be getting low.can't see inner pads.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre loose pressure .has been run flat , may not be repairable.perishing and crack appear around the tyre.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside offside of engine bay make in noise,could be from alternator pully.

  16. Pass61,027 miles (+8,505)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    61,027 miles
    Test number
    348394605246
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass52,522 miles (+5,425)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    52,522 miles
    Test number
    446102304288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    47,097 miles
    Test number
    507203983106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail47,097 miles (+4,132)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,097 miles
    Test number
    909863983193
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Pass42,965 miles (+2,763)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,965 miles
    Test number
    556395082115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,202 miles (+2,974)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    40,202 miles
    Test number
    798003791143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,228 miles (+4,531)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    37,228 miles
    Test number
    640850400278
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has damage to sidewall

  23. Pass32,697 miles (+4,936)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,697 miles
    Test number
    584299989177
    • NoteN/S/FRONT TYRE SIDE WALL POOR

  24. Pass27,761 miles (+5,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,761 miles
    Test number
    330677008260
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail22,605 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,605 miles
    Test number
    581445487172
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass22,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    22,605 miles
    Test number
    811295287179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 JGH

Does L23 JGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 JGH is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 JGH?
The MOT on L23 JGH is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 JGH done?
L23 JGH was recorded at 109,671 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 4,534 miles a year.
Has L23 JGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 JGH has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 JGH 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 JGH find?
L23 JGH passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 7 more.

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