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Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,242 cc

L8 XBPMOT history

L8 XBP is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 48,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

L8 XBP red Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
48,009 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 XBP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 XBP was last recorded at 48,009 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,008 miles · 21 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,009 miles
  • 2025 – 46,387 miles
  • 2024 – 42,278 miles
  • 2023 – 37,191 miles
  • 2022 – 31,468 miles
  • 2021 – 27,926 miles
  • 2020 – 27,480 miles
  • 2019 – 27,082 miles
  • 2018 – 25,809 miles
  • 2017 – 24,144 miles
  • 2016 – 22,640 miles
  • 2015 – 20,866 miles
  • 2014 – 18,657 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,009 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn n/s & o/s (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear shocks corroded n/s & o/sRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear coil spring top rubber mount starting to deteriorate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Rear coil spring top rubber mount starting to deteriorate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,009 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    48,009 miles
    Test number
    479440182746
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn n/s & o/s (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear shocks corroded n/s & o/s
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail48,008 miles (+1,621)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,008 miles
    Test number
    561131995314
    • MajorFront Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system bulk head (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn n/s & o/s (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear shocks corroded n/s & o/s
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass46,387 miles (+4,109)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    46,387 miles
    Test number
    836791262051
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass42,278 miles (+5,087)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    42,278 miles
    Test number
    865698305048
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread BOTH front and rear (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass37,191 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    37,191 miles
    Test number
    470913681287
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail37,191 miles (+5,723)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,191 miles
    Test number
    669532371109
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass31,468 miles (+3,542)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    31,468 miles
    Test number
    379807838344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass27,926 miles (+446)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    27,926 miles
    Test number
    686163591188
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  9. Pass27,480 miles (+398)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    27,480 miles
    Test number
    939001805832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass27,082 miles (+1,273)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    27,082 miles
    Test number
    939920954611
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring top rubber mount starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring top rubber mount starting to deteriorate

  11. Pass25,809 miles (+1,665)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    25,809 miles
    Test number
    747049672781
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass24,144 miles (+1,504)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    24,144 miles
    Test number
    618832936060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring top rubber mount starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring top rubber mount starting to deteriorate

  13. Pass22,640 miles (+1,774)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    22,640 miles
    Test number
    512437691396
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear spring top mount starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear spring top mount starting to deteriorate

  14. Pass20,866 miles (+2,209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    20,866 miles
    Test number
    416560965893
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking on tread

  15. Pass18,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    18,657 miles
    Test number
    905004244248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 XBP

Does L8 XBP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 XBP is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 XBP?
The MOT on L8 XBP is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 XBP done?
L8 XBP was recorded at 48,009 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 2,469 miles a year.
Has L8 XBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 XBP has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 XBP 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 L8 XBP find?
L8 XBP passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 10 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s; front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge n/s & o/s; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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