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White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,560 cc

L4 XAUMOT history

L4 XAU is a white diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 24 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2025 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 158,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2024.

L4 XAU white Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2025
Mileage
158,129 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2024
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 XAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
24 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 XAU was last recorded at 158,129 miles on 30 Apr 2024, 14,753 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,376 miles · 4 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
14,753 miles
Average per year
10,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 158,129 miles
  • 2022 – 143,376 miles
  • 2021 – 131,143 miles
  • 2020 – 115,972 miles
  • 2019 – 101,215 miles
  • 2018 – 87,551 miles
  • 2017 – 78,914 miles
  • 2016 – 74,673 miles
  • 2015 – 54,617 miles
  • 2013 – 44,816 miles
  • 2012 – 33,360 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,129 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Handbrake Only Just Met Pass @ 17%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,129 miles (+14,753)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    158,129 miles
    Test number
    937119920616
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose

  2. Pass143,376 miles (+252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    143,376 miles
    Test number
    146036222527
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail143,124 miles (+11,981)1 dangerous9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,124 miles
    Test number
    912892171158
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.70 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass131,143 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    131,143 miles
    Test number
    749267398630
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail131,132 miles (+15,160)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,132 miles
    Test number
    905440458922
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass115,972 miles (+14,757)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    115,972 miles
    Test number
    950214838996
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  7. Pass101,215 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    101,215 miles
    Test number
    178322862678
    • AdvisoryHandbrake Only Just Met Pass @ 17%
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail101,203 miles (+13,652)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,203 miles
    Test number
    663191119784
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust silencer insecure Silencer Mounting not Attached (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake Only Just Met Pass @ 17%
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass87,551 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    87,551 miles
    Test number
    643800064889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail87,503 miles (+8,589)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,503 miles
    Test number
    642245787357
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  11. Pass78,914 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    78,914 miles
    Test number
    953409023629
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail78,914 miles (+4,241)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,914 miles
    Test number
    132623903643
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass74,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    74,673 miles
    Test number
    104152076048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,673 miles (+5,215)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,673 miles
    Test number
    971875782129
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass69,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    69,458 miles
    Test number
    304329219467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail69,458 miles (+14,841)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,458 miles
    Test number
    288240732611
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass54,617 miles (+9,801)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    54,617 miles
    Test number
    938369425049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,816 miles (+11,456)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    44,816 miles
    Test number
    736262983231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    33,360 miles
    Test number
    296047972280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail33,354 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,354 miles
    Test number
    188487672249
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Questions about L4 XAU

Does L4 XAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L4 XAU expired on 29 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L4 XAU?
The MOT on L4 XAU expired on 29 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L4 XAU done?
L4 XAU was recorded at 158,129 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2024, an average of 10,782 miles a year.
Has L4 XAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 XAU has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on L4 XAU 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 L4 XAU find?
L4 XAU passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2024 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 4 more.

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