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Ford KA

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,599 cc

LB03 FZXMOT history

LB03 FZX is a grey petrol Ford KA first used on 27 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 122,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Mar 2025
Mileage
122,286 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,451 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 FZX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,599 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB03 FZX was last recorded at 122,286 miles on 9 Sept 2025, 1,777 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Mar 2024: 120,509 miles, lower than 130,496 miles on 28 Feb 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
120,509 miles · 11 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,777 miles
Average per year
5,451 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,286 miles
  • 2024 – 120,509 miles
  • 2023 – 115,925 miles
  • 2022 – 111,515 miles
  • 2020 – 104,526 miles
  • 2019 – 93,257 miles
  • 2018 – 83,234 miles
  • 2017 – 67,751 miles
  • 2016 – 61,667 miles
  • 2014 – 54,186 miles
  • 2013 – 44,246 miles
  • 2012 – 40,014 miles
  • 2011 – 37,445 miles
  • 2010 – 33,276 miles
  • 2009 – 27,935 miles
  • 2008 – 25,648 miles
  • 2007 – 22,525 miles
  • 2006 – 17,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,286 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryMil light on

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.

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section at joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Coolant level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail122,286 miles (+1,777)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,286 miles
    Test number
    612395781040
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil light on

  2. Pass120,509 miles (-9,987)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    120,509 miles
    Test number
    630986241018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail130,496 miles (+14,571)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,496 miles
    Test number
    303808196950
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass115,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    115,925 miles
    Test number
    400097527952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail115,925 miles (+4,410)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,925 miles
    Test number
    963553949720
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass111,515 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    111,515 miles
    Test number
    345166085125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail111,515 miles (+6,989)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,515 miles
    Test number
    111559889197
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass104,526 miles (+11,269)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    104,526 miles
    Test number
    825266814442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass93,257 miles (+62)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    93,257 miles
    Test number
    952085614811
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section at joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryNearside front road wheel slightly distorted inner rim
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing inner sidewall and in tread and tyre worn uneven inner edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack on offside
    • AdvisoryRear axle both front bushes deteriorating and slight play

  10. Fail93,195 miles (+9,961)3 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,195 miles
    Test number
    531539299015
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSpare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section at joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryNearside front road wheel slightly distorted inner rim
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing inner sidewall and in tread and tyre worn uneven inner edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack on offside
    • AdvisoryRear axle both front bushes deteriorating and slight play

  11. Pass83,234 miles (+15,483)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,234 miles
    Test number
    760321972898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,751 miles (+6,084)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    67,751 miles
    Test number
    394200871095
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass61,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    61,667 miles
    Test number
    525662906959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,667 miles (+7,481)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,667 miles
    Test number
    351706043603
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass54,186 miles (+9,940)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    54,186 miles
    Test number
    789957804340
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass44,246 miles (+4,232)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    44,246 miles
    Test number
    469786993243
    • 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)

  17. Pass40,014 miles (+2,569)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    40,014 miles
    Test number
    698913812269
    • 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)

  18. Fail37,445 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,445 miles
    Test number
    719809101211
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass37,445 miles (+4,169)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    37,445 miles
    Test number
    805649501291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,276 miles (+5,341)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    33,276 miles
    Test number
    773727170197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,935 miles (+2,287)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    27,935 miles
    Test number
    401148369172
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing close to wear indicators

  22. Pass25,648 miles (+3,123)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    25,648 miles
    Test number
    411236778151
    • NoteSlight play in both rear top suspension mountings

  23. Pass22,525 miles (+4,908)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    22,525 miles
    Test number
    851399377134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    17,617 miles
    Test number
    283379576185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 FZX

Does LB03 FZX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 FZX expired on 10 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 FZX?
The MOT on LB03 FZX expired on 10 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 FZX done?
LB03 FZX was recorded at 122,286 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2025, an average of 5,451 miles a year.
Has LB03 FZX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 FZX has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB03 FZX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Mar 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB03 FZX find?
LB03 FZX failed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2025 with 4 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing; offside headlamp not working on dipped beam; offside headlamp not working on main beam, and 2 more.

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