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Ford KA

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,242 cc

L26 NESMOT history

L26 NES is a black petrol Ford KA first used on 16 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 111,680 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

L26 NES black Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
111,680 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,606 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 NES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 NES was last recorded at 111,680 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,680 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,606 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,680 miles
  • 2024 – 107,015 miles
  • 2023 – 103,999 miles
  • 2022 – 102,938 miles
  • 2021 – 101,001 miles
  • 2020 – 96,781 miles
  • 2019 – 87,180 miles
  • 2017 – 76,642 miles
  • 2016 – 67,057 miles
  • 2015 – 60,120 miles
  • 2014 – 51,783 miles
  • 2013 – 38,793 miles
  • 2012 – 24,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,680 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear axle heavily corroded but not seriously weakenedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,680 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    111,680 miles
    Test number
    885572983670
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle heavily corroded but not seriously weakened

  2. Fail111,680 miles (+4,665)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,680 miles
    Test number
    725352039482
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle heavily corroded but not seriously weakened

  3. Pass107,015 miles (+3,016)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    107,015 miles
    Test number
    461504096278
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass103,999 miles (+1,061)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    103,999 miles
    Test number
    559009789402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass102,938 miles (+1,937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    102,938 miles
    Test number
    711219698631
    • 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))

  6. Pass101,001 miles (+4,220)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    101,001 miles
    Test number
    552026898339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass96,781 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    96,781 miles
    Test number
    861477618671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail96,780 miles (+2,454)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,780 miles
    Test number
    910306729810
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass94,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    94,326 miles
    Test number
    893756784007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,326 miles (+7,146)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,326 miles
    Test number
    668993193785
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass87,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    87,180 miles
    Test number
    964624214293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,180 miles (+10,538)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,180 miles
    Test number
    185091705031
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass76,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,642 miles
    Test number
    699645937903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail76,642 miles (+9,585)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,642 miles
    Test number
    140472278243
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass67,057 miles (+6,937)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    67,057 miles
    Test number
    313941576928
    • AdvisoryBonnet stay broken
    • AdvisoryBoth parking brake cable mountings broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 175/65/14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisorySmell of fuel around fuel tank no visible leaks

  16. Pass60,120 miles (+8,337)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    60,120 miles
    Test number
    896563613214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,783 miles (+12,990)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    51,783 miles
    Test number
    476638934411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,793 miles (+14,125)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    38,793 miles
    Test number
    917401133360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,668 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    24,668 miles
    Test number
    859015742386
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Questions about L26 NES

Does L26 NES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 NES is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 NES?
The MOT on L26 NES is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 NES done?
L26 NES was recorded at 111,680 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 6,606 miles a year.
Has L26 NES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 NES has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 NES 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 L26 NES find?
L26 NES passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; rear axle heavily corroded but not seriously weakened.

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