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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,388 cc

L24 BDLMOT history

L24 BDL is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 13 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 72,709 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

L24 BDL black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
72,709 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L24 BDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
13 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L24 BDL was last recorded at 72,709 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 2,891 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,818 miles · 22 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
2,891 miles
Average per year
3,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,709 miles
  • 2023 – 69,818 miles
  • 2022 – 67,526 miles
  • 2021 – 64,619 miles
  • 2020 – 60,273 miles
  • 2019 – 58,796 miles
  • 2017 – 58,047 miles
  • 2016 – 54,613 miles
  • 2015 – 51,447 miles
  • 2014 – 46,971 miles
  • 2013 – 41,666 miles
  • 2012 – 36,328 miles
  • 2011 – 31,807 miles
  • 2010 – 27,858 miles
  • 2009 – 21,993 miles
  • 2008 – 16,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,709 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,709 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    72,709 miles
    Test number
    225187119268
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail72,694 miles (+2,876)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,694 miles
    Test number
    423838624255
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass69,818 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    69,818 miles
    Test number
    376670791808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail69,818 miles (+2,292)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,818 miles
    Test number
    363146362866
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass67,526 miles (+2,907)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    67,526 miles
    Test number
    431192065920
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured O/S/R and N/S/R (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass64,619 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    64,619 miles
    Test number
    588203704975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail64,614 miles (+4,341)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,614 miles
    Test number
    719295917295
    • DangerousAnti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass60,273 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    60,273 miles
    Test number
    145745349365
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail60,273 miles (+1,477)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,273 miles
    Test number
    919017838824
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working n/s/f and o/s/f (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass58,796 miles (+749)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    58,796 miles
    Test number
    202010758856
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass58,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    58,047 miles
    Test number
    129439984265
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail58,047 miles (+3,434)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,047 miles
    Test number
    526871897203
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass54,613 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    54,613 miles
    Test number
    204749005515
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail54,612 miles (+3,165)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,612 miles
    Test number
    137527932070
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass51,447 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    51,447 miles
    Test number
    476348020912
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail51,447 miles (+4,476)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,447 miles
    Test number
    229487440455
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass46,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    46,971 miles
    Test number
    255319444331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail46,971 miles (+5,305)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,971 miles
    Test number
    898429444396
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass41,666 miles (+5,338)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    41,666 miles
    Test number
    719151643357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,328 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,328 miles
    Test number
    135583242399
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass36,328 miles (+4,521)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    36,328 miles
    Test number
    595793742397
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass31,807 miles (+3,949)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    31,807 miles
    Test number
    735126741350
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  23. Pass27,858 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    27,858 miles
    Test number
    114345940324
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Fail27,858 miles (+5,865)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,858 miles
    Test number
    892515140324
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass21,993 miles (+5,169)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    21,993 miles
    Test number
    594479239352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail16,824 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,824 miles
    Test number
    832660848320
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass16,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    16,824 miles
    Test number
    850410948377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L24 BDL

Does L24 BDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L24 BDL is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L24 BDL?
The MOT on L24 BDL is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L24 BDL done?
L24 BDL was recorded at 72,709 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 3,216 miles a year.
Has L24 BDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L24 BDL has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L24 BDL 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 L24 BDL find?
L24 BDL passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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