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Ford KA

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,299 cc

L40 SYLMOT history

L40 SYL is a silver petrol Ford KA first used on 12 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 57,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

L40 SYL silver Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jun 2027
Mileage
57,671 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 SYL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 SYL was last recorded at 57,671 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 1,789 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,882 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,789 miles
Average per year
2,172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,671 miles
  • 2025 – 55,882 miles
  • 2024 – 55,396 miles
  • 2023 – 54,700 miles
  • 2022 – 53,986 miles
  • 2021 – 53,322 miles
  • 2020 – 52,714 miles
  • 2019 – 51,534 miles
  • 2018 – 50,051 miles
  • 2017 – 48,453 miles
  • 2016 – 46,979 miles
  • 2015 – 45,467 miles
  • 2014 – 43,362 miles
  • 2013 – 41,039 miles
  • 2012 – 38,882 miles
  • 2011 – 36,236 miles
  • 2010 – 32,532 miles
  • 2009 – 28,448 miles
  • 2008 – 23,821 miles
  • 2007 – 16,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,671 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,671 miles (+1,789)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    57,671 miles
    Test number
    416503235450
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass55,882 miles (+486)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    55,882 miles
    Test number
    455719590924
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass55,396 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    55,396 miles
    Test number
    730555599053
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail55,396 miles (+696)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,396 miles
    Test number
    512585643432
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass54,700 miles (+714)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    54,700 miles
    Test number
    689230870669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass53,986 miles (+664)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    53,986 miles
    Test number
    549899139492
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass53,322 miles (+608)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    53,322 miles
    Test number
    995704367804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass52,714 miles (+1,180)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    52,714 miles
    Test number
    124601971740
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight corrosion to sill

  9. Pass51,534 miles (+1,483)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    51,534 miles
    Test number
    405301842847
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass50,051 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    50,051 miles
    Test number
    709493795030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail50,051 miles (+1,598)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,051 miles
    Test number
    727410465972
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass48,453 miles (+1,474)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    48,453 miles
    Test number
    882895099880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,979 miles (+1,512)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    46,979 miles
    Test number
    375526627498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,467 miles (+2,105)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    45,467 miles
    Test number
    656105375028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,362 miles (+2,323)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    43,362 miles
    Test number
    796909874076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    41,039 miles
    Test number
    655484293028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail41,039 miles (+2,157)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,039 miles
    Test number
    946764893079
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass38,882 miles (+2,646)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    38,882 miles
    Test number
    298245792066
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass36,236 miles (+3,704)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    36,236 miles
    Test number
    795418381080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,532 miles (+4,084)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    32,532 miles
    Test number
    354250790021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,448 miles (+4,627)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    28,448 miles
    Test number
    850849999078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail23,821 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,821 miles
    Test number
    264201408489
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass23,821 miles (+7,817)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    23,821 miles
    Test number
    811161808110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    16,004 miles
    Test number
    170958487456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 SYL

Does L40 SYL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 SYL is valid until 7 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 SYL?
The MOT on L40 SYL is valid until 7 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 SYL done?
L40 SYL was recorded at 57,671 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 2,172 miles a year.
Has L40 SYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 SYL has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on L40 SYL 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 SYL find?
L40 SYL passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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