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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 2010 · 1,388 cc

L40 HDGMOT history

L40 HDG is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 11 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 95,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2026.

L40 HDG red Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
95,761 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,996 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 HDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
11 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 HDG was last recorded at 95,761 miles on 22 Aug 2026, 7,696 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
88,065 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,696 miles
Average per year
5,996 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,761 miles
  • 2025 – 88,065 miles
  • 2024 – 83,003 miles
  • 2023 – 78,558 miles
  • 2022 – 74,978 miles
  • 2021 – 71,156 miles
  • 2020 – 67,606 miles
  • 2019 – 63,469 miles
  • 2018 – 58,990 miles
  • 2017 – 50,854 miles
  • 2016 – 42,166 miles
  • 2015 – 30,750 miles
  • 2014 – 17,863 miles
  • 2013 – 17,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,761 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,761 miles (+7,696)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    95,761 miles
    Test number
    791302865443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Pass88,065 miles (+5,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    88,065 miles
    Test number
    542274169103
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Pass83,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    83,003 miles
    Test number
    683641795229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail83,003 miles (+4,445)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,003 miles
    Test number
    183612927221
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass78,558 miles (+3,580)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    78,558 miles
    Test number
    648971122556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,978 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    74,978 miles
    Test number
    359867495880
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished, advice replacement. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail74,978 miles (+3,822)1 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,978 miles
    Test number
    842825338960
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread pattern. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished, advice replacement. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass71,156 miles (+1,812)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    71,156 miles
    Test number
    398980661752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,344 miles
    Test number
    512724078125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail69,344 miles (+1,738)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,344 miles
    Test number
    707916386265
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass67,606 miles (+4,137)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    67,606 miles
    Test number
    634451965193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,469 miles (+4,479)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    63,469 miles
    Test number
    328939332769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,990 miles (+8,136)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    58,990 miles
    Test number
    860725674319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    50,854 miles
    Test number
    730644284507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail50,854 miles (+8,688)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,854 miles
    Test number
    305019923431
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  16. Pass42,166 miles (+11,416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    42,166 miles
    Test number
    924193952871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass30,750 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    30,750 miles
    Test number
    355378035144
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteO/s door mirror slightly damaged

  18. Fail30,745 miles (+12,882)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,745 miles
    Test number
    528158935103
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteO/s door mirror slightly damaged

  19. Pass17,863 miles (+849)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    17,863 miles
    Test number
    206210744125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    17,014 miles
    Test number
    169695483100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 HDG

Does L40 HDG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 HDG is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 HDG?
The MOT on L40 HDG is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 HDG done?
L40 HDG was recorded at 95,761 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2026, an average of 5,996 miles a year.
Has L40 HDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 HDG has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L40 HDG 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 L40 HDG find?
L40 HDG passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2026 with 11 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 8 more.

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