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White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,560 cc

L7 PETMOT history

L7 PET is a white diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Aug 2010. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 193,130 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

L7 PET white Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2026
Mileage
193,130 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 PET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
31 Aug 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L7 PET was last recorded at 193,130 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 4,321 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,809 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,321 miles
Average per year
10,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,130 miles
  • 2025 – 188,809 miles
  • 2024 – 179,811 miles
  • 2023 – 170,498 miles
  • 2022 – 165,530 miles
  • 2020 – 162,053 miles
  • 2019 – 148,240 miles
  • 2018 – 145,677 miles
  • 2017 – 122,039 miles
  • 2016 – 114,930 miles
  • 2015 – 106,931 miles
  • 2014 – 91,041 miles
  • 2013 – 67,301 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail193,130 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 31 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail193,130 miles (+4,321)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,130 miles
    Test number
    546640274165
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass188,809 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    188,809 miles
    Test number
    910927864855
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail188,809 miles (+29)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,809 miles
    Test number
    726292569149
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail188,780 miles (+8,969)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,780 miles
    Test number
    403085278609
    • DangerousDoor check strap corroded at anchor point
    • MajorHydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorReversing lamp does not emit a steady white light (4.6.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front fog lights inop
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen tinted
  5. Pass179,811 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    179,811 miles
    Test number
    259643844580
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi deteriorated but not leaking
  6. Fail179,783 miles (+9,285)3 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,783 miles
    Test number
    129615468385
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp insecure both n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexible webbing broken
  7. Pass170,498 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    170,498 miles
    Test number
    808928076947
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail170,498 miles (+4,968)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,498 miles
    Test number
    708102288815
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass165,530 miles (+3,477)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    165,530 miles
    Test number
    390442077992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass162,053 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    162,053 miles
    Test number
    452558557606
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front plastic wheel arch liner missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  11. Fail162,053 miles (+13,813)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,053 miles
    Test number
    985330148252
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front plastic wheel arch liner missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  12. Pass148,240 miles (+2,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,240 miles
    Test number
    464981001728
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass145,677 miles (+23,638)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    145,677 miles
    Test number
    880421373567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass122,039 miles (+7,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    122,039 miles
    Test number
    483462919756
    • AdvisoryEml light
  15. Pass114,930 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    114,930 miles
    Test number
    723573755628
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Fail114,930 miles (+7,999)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,930 miles
    Test number
    116024382201
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass106,931 miles (+6)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    106,931 miles
    Test number
    895248775162
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  18. Fail106,925 miles (+15,884)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,925 miles
    Test number
    589927575102
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
  19. Pass91,041 miles (+23,740)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    91,041 miles
    Test number
    227671374120
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Pass67,301 miles (+9)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    67,301 miles
    Test number
    959033913273
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Fail67,292 miles3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,292 miles
    Test number
    188932213281
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L7 PET

Does L7 PET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 PET expired on 6 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 PET?
The MOT on L7 PET expired on 6 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 PET done?
L7 PET was recorded at 193,130 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 10,014 miles a year.
Has L7 PET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 PET has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 PET 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 L7 PET find?
L7 PET failed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 5 advisories: offside front inner tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush; nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 8 more.

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