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Ford Fusion

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,388 cc

LA05 BYLMOT history

LA05 BYL is a black petrol Ford Fusion first used on 24 Aug 2005. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 48,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2025.

LA05 BYL black Ford Fusion – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Fusion, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2025
Mileage
48,360 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA05 BYL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fusion
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA05 BYL was last recorded at 48,360 miles on 24 Sept 2025, 3,290 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,070 miles · 25 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
3,290 miles
Average per year
2,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 48,360 miles
  • 2024 – 45,070 miles
  • 2023 – 42,007 miles
  • 2022 – 39,658 miles
  • 2021 – 37,375 miles
  • 2020 – 36,076 miles
  • 2019 – 35,803 miles
  • 2018 – 35,279 miles
  • 2017 – 34,847 miles
  • 2016 – 34,122 miles
  • 2015 – 33,501 miles
  • 2014 – 32,763 miles
  • 2013 – 27,648 miles
  • 2012 – 22,582 miles
  • 2011 – 20,336 miles
  • 2010 – 17,347 miles
  • 2009 – 13,915 miles
  • 2008 – 10,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail48,360 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Engine over heating unable to complete test in case damage engine (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorPower steering component leaking Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront tyre walls damaged not showing ply or cords
  • AdvisoryO/s/f suspension top mount securing nut corroded
  • AdvisoryWindscreen washers only just reaching & clearing windscreen

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail48,360 miles (+3,290)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,360 miles
    Test number
    527887881851
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Engine over heating unable to complete test in case damage engine (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront tyre walls damaged not showing ply or cords
    • AdvisoryO/s/f suspension top mount securing nut corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers only just reaching & clearing windscreen

  2. Pass45,070 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    45,070 miles
    Test number
    904228387836
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive pas fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail45,070 miles (+3,063)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,070 miles
    Test number
    846073148449
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective no beam images visible (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/60/15 mix fitted (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak reservoir cracked. vehicle overheated during test
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive pas fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass42,007 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    42,007 miles
    Test number
    566464607811
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lenses cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive pas fluid leaking from the steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant reservoir cracking

  5. Fail42,007 miles (+2,349)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,007 miles
    Test number
    585565135094
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16" (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lenses cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive pas fluid leaking from the steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant reservoir cracking

  6. Pass39,658 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    39,658 miles
    Test number
    822861152450
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant reservoir cracked and empty

  7. Fail39,658 miles (+2,283)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,658 miles
    Test number
    615816217100
    • Repaired at testFront All direction indicators incorrect colour 581 x 2 (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working 380 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant reservoir cracked and empty

  8. Pass37,375 miles (+1,299)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    37,375 miles
    Test number
    933104204972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass36,076 miles (+273)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    36,076 miles
    Test number
    501954902324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass35,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    35,803 miles
    Test number
    567439655170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail35,803 miles (+524)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,803 miles
    Test number
    581255780250
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Just acceptable (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Just acceptable (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass35,279 miles (+432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    35,279 miles
    Test number
    502350524086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass34,847 miles (+725)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    34,847 miles
    Test number
    619471088330
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass34,122 miles (+621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    34,122 miles
    Test number
    456417106790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre on edge 195/60/15

  15. Pass33,501 miles (+738)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    33,501 miles
    Test number
    206880345202
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Fail32,763 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,763 miles
    Test number
    617921844282
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass32,763 miles (+5,115)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    32,763 miles
    Test number
    657931844203
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass27,648 miles (+5,066)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    27,648 miles
    Test number
    318199033285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,582 miles (+2,246)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,582 miles
    Test number
    548614342258
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass20,336 miles (+2,989)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    20,336 miles
    Test number
    766366731243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    17,347 miles
    Test number
    163809730247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail17,347 miles (+3,432)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,347 miles
    Test number
    791029730204
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass13,915 miles (+3,097)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    13,915 miles
    Test number
    342648139413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    10,818 miles
    Test number
    810491548259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA05 BYL

Does LA05 BYL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA05 BYL expired on 24 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA05 BYL?
The MOT on LA05 BYL expired on 24 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA05 BYL done?
LA05 BYL was recorded at 48,360 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2025, an average of 2,199 miles a year.
Has LA05 BYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA05 BYL has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LA05 BYL 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 LA05 BYL find?
LA05 BYL failed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2025 with 5 major defects and 3 advisories: emissions unable to be completed engine over heating unable to complete test in case damage engine; fuel cap/sealing device ineffective; nearside rear wheel bearing rough when rotated, and 5 more.

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