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Ford KA

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,299 cc

LB03 YFLMOT history

LB03 YFL is a silver petrol Ford KA first used on 18 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 38,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2026
Mileage
38,965 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,498 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 YFL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB03 YFL was last recorded at 38,965 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 221 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,744 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
221 miles
Average per year
1,498 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 38,965 miles
  • 2025 – 38,744 miles
  • 2024 – 38,279 miles
  • 2023 – 37,677 miles
  • 2022 – 36,967 miles
  • 2021 – 36,326 miles
  • 2020 – 34,420 miles
  • 2019 – 32,533 miles
  • 2018 – 31,068 miles
  • 2017 – 29,599 miles
  • 2016 – 27,908 miles
  • 2015 – 25,649 miles
  • 2014 – 22,944 miles
  • 2013 – 20,321 miles
  • 2012 – 18,197 miles
  • 2011 – 17,295 miles
  • 2010 – 15,937 miles
  • 2009 – 14,519 miles
  • 2008 – 13,259 miles
  • 2007 – 10,859 miles
  • 2006 – 8,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail38,965 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to the underside of the vehicle
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail38,965 miles (+221)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,965 miles
    Test number
    308367493256
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to the underside of the vehicle
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass38,744 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    38,744 miles
    Test number
    907070509821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail38,720 miles (+441)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,720 miles
    Test number
    276127839313
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ten years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass38,279 miles (+602)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    38,279 miles
    Test number
    914066914914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass37,677 miles (+710)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    37,677 miles
    Test number
    628554585040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass36,967 miles (+641)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    36,967 miles
    Test number
    642840671604
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass36,326 miles (+23)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    36,326 miles
    Test number
    851049922574
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis on floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail36,303 miles (+1,883)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,303 miles
    Test number
    639572559959
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired door shut (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear inner wing/sill ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass34,420 miles (+1,887)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    34,420 miles
    Test number
    338910204860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass32,533 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    32,533 miles
    Test number
    719085374725
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail32,530 miles (+1,462)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,530 miles
    Test number
    218018316071
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass31,068 miles (+1,469)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    31,068 miles
    Test number
    643807481405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass29,599 miles (+1,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    29,599 miles
    Test number
    319822583388
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

  14. Pass27,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    27,908 miles
    Test number
    338102362442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail27,908 miles (+2,259)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,908 miles
    Test number
    594225089998
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass25,649 miles (+2,705)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    25,649 miles
    Test number
    287343465154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,944 miles (+2,623)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    22,944 miles
    Test number
    225121374186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,321 miles (+2,124)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    20,321 miles
    Test number
    245479663497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,197 miles (+902)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    18,197 miles
    Test number
    695002072180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,295 miles (+1,358)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    17,295 miles
    Test number
    788741671191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,937 miles (+1,418)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    15,937 miles
    Test number
    260092370430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,519 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    14,519 miles
    Test number
    261053779424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,259 miles (+2,400)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    13,259 miles
    Test number
    861862578144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,859 miles (+2,253)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    10,859 miles
    Test number
    284620177131
    • NoteCorrosion to top off offside sill

  25. Pass8,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    8,606 miles
    Test number
    403042476165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 YFL

Does LB03 YFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 YFL is valid until 18 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB03 YFL?
The MOT on LB03 YFL is valid until 18 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 YFL done?
LB03 YFL was recorded at 38,965 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 1,498 miles a year.
Has LB03 YFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 YFL has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB03 YFL 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 YFL find?
LB03 YFL failed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn; nearside rear vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced; nearside stop lamp(s) not working, and 5 more.

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