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Ford Fiesta

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

L5 XHAMOT history

L5 XHA is a white petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 29 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 79,225 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

L5 XHA white Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
79,225 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 XHA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 XHA was last recorded at 79,225 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 2,950 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,275 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,950 miles
Average per year
5,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,225 miles
  • 2025 – 76,275 miles
  • 2024 – 67,552 miles
  • 2023 – 56,781 miles
  • 2021 – 56,758 miles
  • 2020 – 54,773 miles
  • 2019 – 50,444 miles
  • 2018 – 41,458 miles
  • 2017 – 32,973 miles
  • 2016 – 24,544 miles
  • 2015 – 17,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,225 miles
  • AdvisoryAir filter hose loose. ( housing )
  • AdvisoryCoolant level overfilled
  • AdvisoryCorrosion underside of the vehicle and some suspension components.
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Back box heat shield (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

12 tests since 4 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,225 miles (+2,950)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    79,225 miles
    Test number
    513210864330
    • AdvisoryAir filter hose loose. ( housing )
    • AdvisoryCoolant level overfilled
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside of the vehicle and some suspension components.
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Back box heat shield (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass76,275 miles (+8,723)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    76,275 miles
    Test number
    549361885254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass67,552 miles (+10,771)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    67,552 miles
    Test number
    533082288977
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass56,781 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    56,781 miles
    Test number
    862521933285
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail56,781 miles (+23)2 dangerous2 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,781 miles
    Test number
    717262634905
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached Insecure (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail56,758 miles (+1,985)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,758 miles
    Test number
    902346580573
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Near side and off side rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has parts slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNear side and off side front shock absorbers slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight uneven tyre wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight uneven tyre wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass54,773 miles (+4,329)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    54,773 miles
    Test number
    113782835293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass50,444 miles (+8,986)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    50,444 miles
    Test number
    863664284858
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Gearbox mounting defective
  9. Pass41,458 miles (+8,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    41,458 miles
    Test number
    383926315284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass32,973 miles (+8,429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    32,973 miles
    Test number
    411278254345
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
  11. Pass24,544 miles (+7,065)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    24,544 miles
    Test number
    697514785864
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass17,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    17,479 miles
    Test number
    767884267933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 XHA

Does L5 XHA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 XHA is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 XHA?
The MOT on L5 XHA is valid until 7 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 XHA done?
L5 XHA was recorded at 79,225 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 5,652 miles a year.
Has L5 XHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 XHA has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on L5 XHA 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 XHA find?
L5 XHA passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 9 advisories: air filter hose loose. ( housing ); coolant level overfilled; corrosion underside of the vehicle and some suspension components., and 6 more.

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