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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,388 cc

LA55 FBUMOT history

LA55 FBU is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 16 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2025 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 130,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2024.

LA55 FBU blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Fiesta, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2025
Mileage
130,079 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 FBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 FBU was last recorded at 130,079 miles on 7 Feb 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,077 miles · 6 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 130,079 miles
  • 2023 – 112,183 miles
  • 2022 – 95,860 miles
  • 2021 – 83,114 miles
  • 2020 – 72,385 miles
  • 2019 – 64,685 miles
  • 2018 – 61,902 miles
  • 2017 – 57,967 miles
  • 2016 – 54,639 miles
  • 2015 – 50,041 miles
  • 2014 – 46,119 miles
  • 2013 – 38,671 miles
  • 2012 – 31,341 miles
  • 2011 – 23,485 miles
  • 2010 – 15,393 miles
  • 2009 – 8,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,079 miles
  • AdvisoryBumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached bumper loose but unlikely to fal off (6.1.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,079 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    130,079 miles
    Test number
    873969573728
    • AdvisoryBumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached bumper loose but unlikely to fal off (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail130,077 miles (+17,894)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,077 miles
    Test number
    461890188391
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryBumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached bumper loose but unlikely to fal off (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass112,183 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    112,183 miles
    Test number
    585060175562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack lower pinion
  4. Fail112,182 miles (+16,322)2 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,182 miles
    Test number
    673342494499
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack lower pinion
  5. Pass95,860 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    95,860 miles
    Test number
    467546696416
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail95,859 miles (+12,745)3 major2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,859 miles
    Test number
    978528055830
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass83,114 miles (+10,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    83,114 miles
    Test number
    479483199848
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass72,385 miles (+7,700)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    72,385 miles
    Test number
    271136951218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    64,685 miles
    Test number
    346348773829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail64,685 miles (+2,783)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,685 miles
    Test number
    373743994586
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass61,902 miles (+3,935)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    61,902 miles
    Test number
    937323884667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,967 miles (+3,328)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    57,967 miles
    Test number
    951250019907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,639 miles (+4,598)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    54,639 miles
    Test number
    307986142048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,041 miles (+3,922)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    50,041 miles
    Test number
    686537935084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,119 miles (+7,448)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    46,119 miles
    Test number
    669272844008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    38,671 miles
    Test number
    638070433071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,671 miles (+7,330)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,671 miles
    Test number
    116440033040
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
  18. Pass31,341 miles (+7,856)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    31,341 miles
    Test number
    815945842075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,485 miles (+8,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    23,485 miles
    Test number
    198965931496
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  20. Pass15,393 miles (+6,591)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    15,393 miles
    Test number
    142039530058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass8,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    8,802 miles
    Test number
    330734129062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 FBU

Does LA55 FBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 FBU expired on 16 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 FBU?
The MOT on LA55 FBU expired on 16 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 FBU done?
LA55 FBU was recorded at 130,079 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2024, an average of 8,066 miles a year.
Has LA55 FBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 FBU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LA55 FBU 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 FBU find?
LA55 FBU passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2024 with 2 advisories: bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached bumper loose but unlikely to fal off; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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