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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,388 cc

LB03 FWHMOT history

LB03 FWH is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 24 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 146,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
146,126 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 FWH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 FWH was last recorded at 146,126 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 10,789 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,337 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
10,789 miles
Average per year
6,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,126 miles
  • 2025 – 135,337 miles
  • 2024 – 122,638 miles
  • 2023 – 114,038 miles
  • 2022 – 105,540 miles
  • 2021 – 95,946 miles
  • 2020 – 86,572 miles
  • 2019 – 82,129 miles
  • 2018 – 76,803 miles
  • 2017 – 72,352 miles
  • 2016 – 68,191 miles
  • 2015 – 64,696 miles
  • 2014 – 60,098 miles
  • 2013 – 55,024 miles
  • 2012 – 48,222 miles
  • 2011 – 37,085 miles
  • 2010 – 33,244 miles
  • 2009 – 30,275 miles
  • 2008 – 27,167 miles
  • 2007 – 24,000 miles
  • 2006 – 20,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,126 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust pipework rusty
  • AdvisoryHeadlamps tainted/starting to affect light output
  • AdvisoryO/s/r outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryRear beam bushes & front rollbar D bushes showing wear
  • AdvisoryRear wiper rubber missing
  • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded inc front subframe/rear beam axle & coil springs

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front registration plate is starting to delaminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,126 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    146,126 miles
    Test number
    796452968220
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust pipework rusty
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps tainted/starting to affect light output
    • AdvisoryO/s/r outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear beam bushes & front rollbar D bushes showing wear
    • AdvisoryRear wiper rubber missing
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded inc front subframe/rear beam axle & coil springs

  2. Fail146,126 miles (+10,789)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,126 miles
    Test number
    949619528302
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONGLY ADVISE TO REPLACE ASAP 175/65/14H (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust pipework rusty
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps tainted/starting to affect light output
    • AdvisoryO/s/r outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear beam bushes & front rollbar D bushes showing wear
    • AdvisoryRear wiper rubber missing
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded inc front subframe/rear beam axle & coil springs

  3. Pass135,337 miles (+224)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    135,337 miles
    Test number
    977463975184
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail135,113 miles (+12,475)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,113 miles
    Test number
    182953715021
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate inscription illegible Characters incomplete (0.1 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass122,638 miles (+8,600)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    122,638 miles
    Test number
    549608760065
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass114,038 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    114,038 miles
    Test number
    346177955072
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Gearbox mounting defective

  7. Fail114,038 miles (+8,498)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,038 miles
    Test number
    941852797501
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Gearbox mounting defective

  8. Pass105,540 miles (+67)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    105,540 miles
    Test number
    218428233421
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail105,473 miles (+9,527)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,473 miles
    Test number
    289759875569
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass95,946 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,946 miles
    Test number
    712541494432
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate is starting to delaminate
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pipe is corroded and is just MOT legal
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is worn to the legal limit

  11. Fail95,945 miles (+9,373)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,945 miles
    Test number
    588623972684
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are pitted and showing signs of wear
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate is starting to delaminate
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pipe is corroded and is just MOT legal
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is worn to the legal limit

  12. Pass86,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    86,572 miles
    Test number
    208117016468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail86,572 miles (+4,443)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,572 miles
    Test number
    369981174617
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass82,129 miles (+5,326)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    82,129 miles
    Test number
    724621156149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,803 miles (+4,451)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    76,803 miles
    Test number
    928753603139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,352 miles (+4,161)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,352 miles
    Test number
    935013254039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,191 miles (+3,495)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    68,191 miles
    Test number
    704044297959
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass64,696 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,696 miles
    Test number
    869194229318
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  19. Fail64,696 miles (+4,598)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,696 miles
    Test number
    152236875782
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  20. Pass60,098 miles (+5,074)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    60,098 miles
    Test number
    587637914240
    • NoteO/s/f tyre is worn on inner and outter edges

  21. Pass55,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    55,024 miles
    Test number
    415271423261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail55,024 miles (+6,802)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,024 miles
    Test number
    509401323210
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass48,222 miles (+11,137)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    48,222 miles
    Test number
    629594162165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,085 miles (+3,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    37,085 miles
    Test number
    849194051179
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass33,244 miles (+2,969)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    33,244 miles
    Test number
    293524350458
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass30,275 miles (+3,108)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    30,275 miles
    Test number
    520628169140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,167 miles (+3,167)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    27,167 miles
    Test number
    144488268142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,000 miles (+3,082)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    24,000 miles
    Test number
    182590257182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass20,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    20,918 miles
    Test number
    893805066140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 FWH

Does LB03 FWH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 FWH is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 FWH?
The MOT on LB03 FWH is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 FWH done?
LB03 FWH was recorded at 146,126 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 6,233 miles a year.
Has LB03 FWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 FWH has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB03 FWH 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 LB03 FWH find?
LB03 FWH passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 7 more.

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