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Ford KA

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,299 cc

LA55 EXCMOT history

LA55 EXC is a black petrol Ford KA first used on 24 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 26 Apr 2025 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 54,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2024.

LA55 EXC black Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Apr 2025
Mileage
54,504 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2024
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 EXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 EXC was last recorded at 54,504 miles on 23 Apr 2024, 3,913 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,591 miles · 25 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
3,913 miles
Average per year
2,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 54,504 miles
  • 2023 – 50,591 miles
  • 2022 – 50,222 miles
  • 2021 – 50,072 miles
  • 2016 – 49,757 miles
  • 2015 – 49,199 miles
  • 2014 – 48,784 miles
  • 2013 – 45,128 miles
  • 2012 – 38,875 miles
  • 2011 – 33,232 miles
  • 2010 – 27,819 miles
  • 2009 – 21,213 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,504 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAdvise centre exhaust heat shield security.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,504 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    54,504 miles
    Test number
    909338526043
    • AdvisoryAdvise centre exhaust heat shield security.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail54,504 miles (+3,913)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,504 miles
    Test number
    848045105795
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvise centre exhaust heat shield security.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass50,591 miles (+369)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    50,591 miles
    Test number
    584220208876
    • AdvisoryAdvise centre exhaust heat shield security.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass50,222 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    50,222 miles
    Test number
    902604136599
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail50,218 miles (+146)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,218 miles
    Test number
    686988938263
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass50,072 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    50,072 miles
    Test number
    132175298981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail50,070 miles (+313)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,070 miles
    Test number
    736974271264
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass49,757 miles (+558)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    49,757 miles
    Test number
    786443401924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,199 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    49,199 miles
    Test number
    856779915081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  10. Fail49,199 miles (+415)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,199 miles
    Test number
    566209215004
    • FailureFront Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Pass48,784 miles (+3,656)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    48,784 miles
    Test number
    339089034034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass45,128 miles (+6,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    45,128 miles
    Test number
    596979143058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass38,875 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    38,875 miles
    Test number
    389327542065
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail38,875 miles (+5,643)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,875 miles
    Test number
    549617042028
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass33,232 miles (+5,413)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    33,232 miles
    Test number
    199418341420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,819 miles (+6,606)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    27,819 miles
    Test number
    432594050097
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight deteriation o/s and n/s rear tyres

  17. Pass21,213 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    21,213 miles
    Test number
    921627449004
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight deteriation n/s rear tyre

Questions about LA55 EXC

Does LA55 EXC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 EXC expired on 26 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 EXC?
The MOT on LA55 EXC expired on 26 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 EXC done?
LA55 EXC was recorded at 54,504 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2024, an average of 2,193 miles a year.
Has LA55 EXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 EXC has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LA55 EXC 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 LA55 EXC find?
LA55 EXC passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2024 with 3 advisories: advise centre exhaust heat shield security.; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill.

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