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Ford Fiesta

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,388 cc

L30 BMCMOT history

L30 BMC is a silver petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 19 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2022 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 109,691 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2022.

L30 BMC silver Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2022
Mileage
109,691 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 BMC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

L30 BMC was last recorded at 109,691 miles on 12 Oct 2022, 4,235 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,456 miles · 27 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
4,235 miles
Average per year
5,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 109,691 miles
  • 2021 – 105,456 miles
  • 2020 – 102,219 miles
  • 2019 – 99,217 miles
  • 2018 – 96,516 miles
  • 2017 – 94,367 miles
  • 2016 – 92,000 miles
  • 2015 – 89,828 miles
  • 2014 – 87,284 miles
  • 2013 – 85,443 miles
  • 2012 – 82,413 miles
  • 2011 – 76,889 miles
  • 2010 – 69,961 miles
  • 2009 – 61,606 miles
  • 2008 – 49,945 miles
  • 2007 – 33,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,691 miles
  • DangerousFuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
  • MajorEmissions not tested alternator belt frayed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp side light flashes when indicating (4.4.3 (b))
  • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral and rear heatshield loose
  • AdvisoryChassis and suspension corroded

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,691 miles (+4,235)1 dangerous13 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,691 miles
    Test number
    452617748741
    • DangerousFuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested alternator belt frayed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp side light flashes when indicating (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral and rear heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryChassis and suspension corroded

  2. Pass105,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    105,456 miles
    Test number
    165602524906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail105,456 miles (+3,237)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,456 miles
    Test number
    432962718307
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass102,219 miles (+3,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    102,219 miles
    Test number
    406523640394
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass99,217 miles (+2,701)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    99,217 miles
    Test number
    846658754661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,516 miles (+2,149)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    96,516 miles
    Test number
    114495781992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass94,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    94,367 miles
    Test number
    983606662635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail94,367 miles (+2,367)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,367 miles
    Test number
    714830153275
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  9. Pass92,000 miles (+2,172)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    92,000 miles
    Test number
    269739731014
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll road wheels have trim covers
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded

  10. Pass89,828 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    89,828 miles
    Test number
    718208845102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail89,828 miles (+2,544)10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,828 miles
    Test number
    768887045135
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass87,284 miles (+1,841)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    87,284 miles
    Test number
    309307944159
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteWheel trims fitted

  13. Pass85,443 miles (+3,030)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    85,443 miles
    Test number
    645055173136
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass82,413 miles (+5,524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    82,413 miles
    Test number
    325052322354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass76,889 miles (+6,928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    76,889 miles
    Test number
    445728701451
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass69,961 miles (+8,355)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    69,961 miles
    Test number
    722705110399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,606 miles (+11,661)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    61,606 miles
    Test number
    540799709369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,945 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    49,945 miles
    Test number
    540507018398
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail49,945 miles (+16,312)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,945 miles
    Test number
    723917318346
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass33,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    33,633 miles
    Test number
    492368927453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 BMC

Does L30 BMC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L30 BMC expired on 4 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L30 BMC?
The MOT on L30 BMC expired on 4 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L30 BMC done?
L30 BMC was recorded at 109,691 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2022, an average of 5,110 miles a year.
Has L30 BMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 BMC has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on L30 BMC 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 L30 BMC find?
L30 BMC failed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 13 major defects and 7 advisories: fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire; emissions not tested alternator belt frayed; nearside front direction indicator incorrect colour, and 18 more.

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