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Ford KA

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

L4 YCBMOT history

L4 YCB is a red petrol Ford KA first used on 20 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 71,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

L4 YCB red Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
71,199 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,624 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 YCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 YCB was last recorded at 71,199 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 133 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,066 miles · 16 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
133 miles
Average per year
5,624 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,199 miles
  • 2025 – 66,511 miles
  • 2024 – 59,816 miles
  • 2023 – 54,688 miles
  • 2022 – 50,424 miles
  • 2021 – 44,884 miles
  • 2020 – 40,080 miles
  • 2019 – 35,194 miles
  • 2018 – 29,013 miles
  • 2017 – 22,011 miles
  • 2016 – 15,485 miles
  • 2015 – 9,367 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,199 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,199 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    71,199 miles
    Test number
    396447302037
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail71,199 miles (+133)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,199 miles
    Test number
    842413312554
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail71,066 miles (+4,555)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,066 miles
    Test number
    485949192108
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass66,511 miles (+6,695)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    66,511 miles
    Test number
    574312381226
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  5. Pass59,816 miles (+5,128)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    59,816 miles
    Test number
    942134929504
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass54,688 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    54,688 miles
    Test number
    419075775445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail54,688 miles (+4,264)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,688 miles
    Test number
    775525373291
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass50,424 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    50,424 miles
    Test number
    980707376296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail50,424 miles (+5,540)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,424 miles
    Test number
    802122018176
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass44,884 miles (+4,804)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    44,884 miles
    Test number
    440253897682
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 On legal limit and inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass40,080 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    40,080 miles
    Test number
    579414744119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail40,080 miles (+4,886)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,080 miles
    Test number
    876041261948
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass35,194 miles (+6,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    35,194 miles
    Test number
    794166667730
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass29,013 miles (+7,002)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    29,013 miles
    Test number
    575756087488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,011 miles (+6,526)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    22,011 miles
    Test number
    306343318847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass15,485 miles (+6,118)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    15,485 miles
    Test number
    256178337604
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper split at the end
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split at the end

  17. Pass9,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    9,367 miles
    Test number
    146315385402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 YCB

Does L4 YCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 YCB is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 YCB?
The MOT on L4 YCB is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 YCB done?
L4 YCB was recorded at 71,199 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 5,624 miles a year.
Has L4 YCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 YCB has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L4 YCB 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 YCB find?
L4 YCB passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front oil leak, but not excessive gearbox; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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