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Ford Fiesta

Maroon · Petrol · 2009 · 1,388 cc

L23 KCSMOT history

L23 KCS is a maroon petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 26 May 2009. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 124,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2025.

L23 KCS maroon Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2026
Mileage
124,661 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,467 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 KCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 May 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 KCS was last recorded at 124,661 miles on 21 Jul 2025, 10,107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,554 miles · 13 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
10,107 miles
Average per year
7,467 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,661 miles
  • 2024 – 114,554 miles
  • 2023 – 112,873 miles
  • 2022 – 99,317 miles
  • 2021 – 97,869 miles
  • 2020 – 96,275 miles
  • 2019 – 91,419 miles
  • 2018 – 83,983 miles
  • 2017 – 75,077 miles
  • 2016 – 62,542 miles
  • 2015 – 55,871 miles
  • 2014 – 43,183 miles
  • 2013 – 32,967 miles
  • 2012 – 26,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,661 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,661 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    124,661 miles
    Test number
    927382627358
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail124,661 miles (+10,107)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,661 miles
    Test number
    668308634802
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass114,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    114,554 miles
    Test number
    945830263428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail114,554 miles (+1,681)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,554 miles
    Test number
    203614674997
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass112,873 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    112,873 miles
    Test number
    697957577710
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Nail in tyre shoulder
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail112,871 miles (+13,554)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,871 miles
    Test number
    734573382332
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged 195/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Nail in tyre shoulder
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass99,317 miles (+1,448)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    99,317 miles
    Test number
    188037756575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass97,869 miles (+1,594)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    97,869 miles
    Test number
    875274369113
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass96,275 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    96,275 miles
    Test number
    700646774023
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySound deadening material not fully secure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail96,270 miles (+4,851)2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,270 miles
    Test number
    313490076126
    • MajorCentral Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySound deadening material not fully secure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass91,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,419 miles
    Test number
    861272509848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,419 miles (+7,436)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,419 miles
    Test number
    704355608419
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass83,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,983 miles
    Test number
    880913296356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail83,983 miles (+8,906)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,983 miles
    Test number
    412462346800
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass75,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    75,077 miles
    Test number
    977770519455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail75,077 miles (+12,535)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,077 miles
    Test number
    746148384544
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass62,542 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    62,542 miles
    Test number
    420509284169
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail62,542 miles (+6,671)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,542 miles
    Test number
    603367065545
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass55,871 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    55,871 miles
    Test number
    256927465413
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres old, perished and cracking on tread area.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail55,871 miles (+12,688)1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,871 miles
    Test number
    445897265141
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres old, perished and cracking on tread area.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass43,183 miles (+10,216)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    43,183 miles
    Test number
    326549344116
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass32,967 miles (+6,041)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    32,967 miles
    Test number
    276558363425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,926 miles
    Test number
    565240172130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 KCS

Does L23 KCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L23 KCS expired on 20 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L23 KCS?
The MOT on L23 KCS expired on 20 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L23 KCS done?
L23 KCS was recorded at 124,661 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2025, an average of 7,467 miles a year.
Has L23 KCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 KCS has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L23 KCS 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 KCS find?
L23 KCS passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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