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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 2015 · 1,242 cc

L23 LMYMOT history

L23 LMY is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 24 Dec 2015. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 7 of 14 MOT tests, with 65,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

L23 LMY blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
65,011 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
7 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,988 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 LMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
24 Dec 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 LMY was last recorded at 65,011 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 5,728 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,283 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,728 miles
Average per year
5,988 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,011 miles
  • 2025 – 59,283 miles
  • 2024 – 53,809 miles
  • 2023 – 53,792 miles
  • 2022 – 47,575 miles
  • 2021 – 39,962 miles
  • 2020 – 36,720 miles
  • 2019 – 21,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,011 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 21 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,011 miles (+5,728)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    65,011 miles
    Test number
    735970975822
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass59,283 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    59,283 miles
    Test number
    590403824870
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail59,282 miles (+5,473)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,282 miles
    Test number
    378112912363
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Showing Bright white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass53,809 miles (+17)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    53,809 miles
    Test number
    391036882990
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel Arch loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195-55-15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195-55-15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail53,792 miles (+6,217)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,792 miles
    Test number
    794958307121
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass47,575 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    47,575 miles
    Test number
    753477973910
    • AdvisoryFront bumper slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged & slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Fail47,573 miles (+7,611)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,573 miles
    Test number
    849598486371
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged & slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Pass39,962 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    39,962 miles
    Test number
    302608644380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail39,962 miles (+3,242)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,962 miles
    Test number
    306192840856
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass36,720 miles (+326)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    36,720 miles
    Test number
    957898565561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail36,394 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,394 miles
    Test number
    531611674507
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  12. Fail36,385 miles (+15,093)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,385 miles
    Test number
    396238244423
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  13. Pass21,292 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    21,292 miles
    Test number
    374730698306
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
  14. Fail21,290 miles1 dangerous5 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,290 miles
    Test number
    754987321509
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Questions about L23 LMY

Does L23 LMY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 LMY is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 LMY?
The MOT on L23 LMY is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 LMY done?
L23 LMY was recorded at 65,011 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 5,988 miles a year.
Has L23 LMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 LMY has failed 7 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L23 LMY 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 LMY find?
L23 LMY passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged.

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