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Ford Fiesta

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

L24 MDBMOT history

L24 MDB is a grey petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 21 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 85,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

L24 MDB grey Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
85,544 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,388 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L24 MDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L24 MDB was last recorded at 85,544 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 5,995 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,549 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,995 miles
Average per year
4,388 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,544 miles
  • 2025 – 79,549 miles
  • 2024 – 73,568 miles
  • 2023 – 66,545 miles
  • 2022 – 60,508 miles
  • 2021 – 59,726 miles
  • 2020 – 53,649 miles
  • 2019 – 46,559 miles
  • 2018 – 46,141 miles
  • 2017 – 45,160 miles
  • 2016 – 43,601 miles
  • 2015 – 40,132 miles
  • 2014 – 37,233 miles
  • 2013 – 32,766 miles
  • 2012 – 27,062 miles
  • 2011 – 21,774 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,544 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened x2 axcel bush have slight movement rust and cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • All front and rear suspension and associated components have rust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,544 miles (+5,995)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    85,544 miles
    Test number
    695050507843
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  2. Pass79,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    79,549 miles
    Test number
    647468386660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail79,549 miles (+5,981)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,549 miles
    Test number
    378435000831
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorFront All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass73,568 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    73,568 miles
    Test number
    474670388430
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened x2 axcel bush have slight movement rust and cracking (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension and associated components have rust

  5. Fail73,567 miles (+7,022)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,567 miles
    Test number
    668500995594
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault light on dash (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened x2 axcel bush have slight movement rust and cracking (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension and associated components have rust

  6. Pass66,545 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    66,545 miles
    Test number
    761109407388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail66,545 miles (+6,037)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,545 miles
    Test number
    241335046143
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass60,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    60,508 miles
    Test number
    925473232814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail60,508 miles (+782)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,508 miles
    Test number
    982076685852
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  10. Pass59,726 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    59,726 miles
    Test number
    829899416376
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake disc corroded

  11. Fail59,726 miles (+6,077)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,726 miles
    Test number
    818287212351
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake disc corroded

  12. Pass53,649 miles (+7,090)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    53,649 miles
    Test number
    860346147265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,559 miles
    Test number
    304690121950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,559 miles (+418)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,559 miles
    Test number
    748133845092
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

  15. Pass46,141 miles (+981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    46,141 miles
    Test number
    190814032031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass45,160 miles (+1,559)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    45,160 miles
    Test number
    907013534846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cuts in sidewall/rib
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cuts in sidewall rib
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear heat shield insecure/loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass43,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    43,601 miles
    Test number
    353543828841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail43,601 miles (+3,469)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,601 miles
    Test number
    228843242056
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass40,132 miles (+2,899)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    40,132 miles
    Test number
    919333785110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking slightly in tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre going out of shape slightly on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre at 2mm
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  20. Pass37,233 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    37,233 miles
    Test number
    115108324386
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail37,233 miles (+4,467)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,233 miles
    Test number
    298248424302
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass32,766 miles (+5,704)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    32,766 miles
    Test number
    265488813342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,062 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    27,062 miles
    Test number
    205687222321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail27,062 miles (+5,288)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,062 miles
    Test number
    716277022396
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass21,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    21,774 miles
    Test number
    647735721356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L24 MDB

Does L24 MDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L24 MDB is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L24 MDB?
The MOT on L24 MDB is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L24 MDB done?
L24 MDB was recorded at 85,544 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 4,388 miles a year.
Has L24 MDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L24 MDB has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L24 MDB 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 MDB find?
L24 MDB passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; steering column universal joint has slight wear or play.

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