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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

L26 OTEMOT history

L26 OTE is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 24 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 96,628 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

L26 OTE black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Mar 2027
Mileage
96,628 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,645 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 OTE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 OTE was last recorded at 96,628 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 3,799 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
92,829 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,799 miles
Average per year
7,645 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,628 miles
  • 2025 – 92,829 miles
  • 2024 – 89,060 miles
  • 2023 – 83,300 miles
  • 2022 – 79,668 miles
  • 2021 – 76,667 miles
  • 2020 – 75,027 miles
  • 2019 – 67,068 miles
  • 2018 – 56,421 miles
  • 2017 – 39,181 miles
  • 2016 – 24,055 miles
  • 2015 – 11,937 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,628 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 25 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    96,628 miles
    Test number
    434312325485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail96,628 miles (+3,799)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,628 miles
    Test number
    665561602081
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass92,829 miles (+3,769)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    92,829 miles
    Test number
    475232474679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass89,060 miles (+5,760)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    89,060 miles
    Test number
    967919880405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass83,300 miles (+3,632)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    83,300 miles
    Test number
    174970375081
    • 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))

  6. Pass79,668 miles (+3,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    79,668 miles
    Test number
    847231355567
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass76,667 miles (+1,640)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    76,667 miles
    Test number
    336711431454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass75,027 miles (+7,959)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    75,027 miles
    Test number
    982258332303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear door not opening from inside

  9. Pass67,068 miles (+10,647)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    67,068 miles
    Test number
    548094806086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,421 miles (+17,240)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    56,421 miles
    Test number
    409898307987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,181 miles (+15,126)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    39,181 miles
    Test number
    881211347016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass24,055 miles (+12,118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    24,055 miles
    Test number
    529682428583
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking in tread

  13. Pass11,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    11,937 miles
    Test number
    686336155047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L26 OTE

Does L26 OTE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 OTE is valid until 28 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 OTE?
The MOT on L26 OTE is valid until 28 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 OTE done?
L26 OTE was recorded at 96,628 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 7,645 miles a year.
Has L26 OTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 OTE has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 OTE 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 OTE find?
L26 OTE passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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