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Ford Fiesta

Green · Petrol · 2004 · 1,388 cc

L5 SESMOT history

L5 SES is a green petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 29 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 16,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

L5 SES green Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2027
Mileage
16,735 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
719 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 SES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 SES was last recorded at 16,735 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 163 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
16,572 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
163 miles
Average per year
719 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 16,735 miles
  • 2025 – 16,572 miles
  • 2024 – 16,405 miles
  • 2023 – 16,138 miles
  • 2022 – 15,599 miles
  • 2021 – 15,189 miles
  • 2020 – 14,968 miles
  • 2019 – 14,223 miles
  • 2018 – 13,676 miles
  • 2017 – 12,965 miles
  • 2016 – 12,011 miles
  • 2015 – 11,006 miles
  • 2014 – 10,222 miles
  • 2013 – 9,314 miles
  • 2012 – 8,355 miles
  • 2011 – 6,088 miles
  • 2010 – 5,599 miles
  • 2009 – 4,684 miles
  • 2008 – 4,594 miles
  • 2007 – 3,055 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass16,735 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass16,735 miles (+163)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    16,735 miles
    Test number
    802678413625
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass16,572 miles (+167)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    16,572 miles
    Test number
    817061392119
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass16,405 miles (+267)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    16,405 miles
    Test number
    326360035453
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at axle mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at axle mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass16,138 miles (+539)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    16,138 miles
    Test number
    205950167663
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass15,599 miles (+410)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    15,599 miles
    Test number
    994354679149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass15,189 miles (+221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    15,189 miles
    Test number
    953600667211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass14,968 miles (+745)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    14,968 miles
    Test number
    997440316263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass14,223 miles (+547)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    14,223 miles
    Test number
    739910976968
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass13,676 miles (+711)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    13,676 miles
    Test number
    792656481053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass12,965 miles (+954)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    12,965 miles
    Test number
    342677901809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass12,011 miles (+1,005)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    12,011 miles
    Test number
    152944990751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass11,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    11,006 miles
    Test number
    548385905197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail11,006 miles (+784)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,006 miles
    Test number
    485944005111
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front indicator bulbs going white

  14. Pass10,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    10,222 miles
    Test number
    419002494085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail10,222 miles (+908)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,222 miles
    Test number
    915332694022
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass9,314 miles (+959)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    9,314 miles
    Test number
    577347803112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass8,355 miles (+2,267)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    8,355 miles
    Test number
    389518102193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass6,088 miles (+489)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    6,088 miles
    Test number
    185409101108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass5,599 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    5,599 miles
    Test number
    983249130140
    • NoteBoth front alloy wheels buckled

  20. Fail5,599 miles (+915)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,599 miles
    Test number
    330338330150
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front alloy wheels buckled

  21. Pass4,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    4,684 miles
    Test number
    683199239101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail4,684 miles (+90)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,684 miles
    Test number
    990669739187
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  23. Pass4,594 miles (+1,539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    4,594 miles
    Test number
    204704508240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  24. Pass3,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    3,055 miles
    Test number
    724588667236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 SES

Does L5 SES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 SES is valid until 16 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 SES?
The MOT on L5 SES is valid until 16 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 SES done?
L5 SES was recorded at 16,735 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 719 miles a year.
Has L5 SES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 SES has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2015.
Has the mileage on L5 SES 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 L5 SES find?
L5 SES passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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