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Ford Fiesta

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,399 cc

LB04 UBLMOT history

LB04 UBL is a white diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 18 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2025 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 210,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2025
Mileage
210,109 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
11,001 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 UBL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,399 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
18 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB04 UBL was last recorded at 210,109 miles on 13 Aug 2025, 540 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,569 miles · 3 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
540 miles
Average per year
11,001 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 210,109 miles
  • 2024 – 209,569 miles
  • 2023 – 208,306 miles
  • 2022 – 207,827 miles
  • 2021 – 206,833 miles
  • 2020 – 205,119 miles
  • 2019 – 203,635 miles
  • 2018 – 201,853 miles
  • 2017 – 199,788 miles
  • 2016 – 187,032 miles
  • 2015 – 167,604 miles
  • 2014 – 147,805 miles
  • 2013 – 126,195 miles
  • 2012 – 104,525 miles
  • 2011 – 76,219 miles
  • 2010 – 52,400 miles
  • 2009 – 32,432 miles
  • 2008 – 17,992 miles
  • 2007 – 8,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail210,109 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Central Rear Upper high level stoplamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox has thick coating of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear brake pipes corroded but not excessively YET

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail210,109 miles (+540)3 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,109 miles
    Test number
    863981816389
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass209,569 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    209,569 miles
    Test number
    483959597872
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Fail209,539 miles (+1,233)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,539 miles
    Test number
    607539792020
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth & Holed (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass208,306 miles (+59)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    208,306 miles
    Test number
    598345402824
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper high level stoplamp not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox has thick coating of oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear brake pipes corroded but not excessively YET (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail208,247 miles (+420)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,247 miles
    Test number
    234549214642
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper high level stoplamp not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox has thick coating of oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear brake pipes corroded but not excessively YET (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass207,827 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    207,827 miles
    Test number
    993901500323
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres pressure low

  7. Fail207,810 miles (+977)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,810 miles
    Test number
    353620333651
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle of system excessively corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres pressure low

  8. Pass206,833 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    206,833 miles
    Test number
    306042995767
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower suspension arm balljoint gaiters deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper high level stoplamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear brake pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail206,833 miles (+1,714)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,833 miles
    Test number
    164723266106
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower suspension arm balljoint gaiters deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper high level stoplamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear brake pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass205,119 miles (+1,484)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    205,119 miles
    Test number
    734957672705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass203,635 miles (+4)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    203,635 miles
    Test number
    336115477629
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs corroded and heat discolored. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Fail203,631 miles (+1,778)1 dangerous4 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,631 miles
    Test number
    255876298398
    • DangerousElectrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts CKP Sensor harness fouling offside front inner driveshaft gaitor. Wires exposed. (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs corroded and heat discolored. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass201,853 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    201,853 miles
    Test number
    409988923309
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  14. Fail201,816 miles (+2,028)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,816 miles
    Test number
    333431631719
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  15. Pass199,788 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    199,788 miles
    Test number
    637289848199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail199,786 miles (+12,754)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,786 miles
    Test number
    988088247240
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  17. Pass187,032 miles (+19,428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    187,032 miles
    Test number
    104540579609
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass167,604 miles (+19,799)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    167,604 miles
    Test number
    457013615129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass147,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    147,805 miles
    Test number
    939476124155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail147,805 miles (+21,610)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,805 miles
    Test number
    737746124180
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass126,195 miles (+21,670)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    126,195 miles
    Test number
    335531123116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass104,525 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    104,525 miles
    Test number
    357530132144
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread wearing on outer edge

  23. Fail104,519 miles (+28,300)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,519 miles
    Test number
    246089222405
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread wearing on outer edge

  24. Pass76,219 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    76,219 miles
    Test number
    596398111160
    • NoteHigh level stop lamp not working
    • NoteRear exhaust in poor condition

  25. Fail76,219 miles (+23,819)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,219 miles
    Test number
    815768911190
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass52,400 miles (+19,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    52,400 miles
    Test number
    572632430121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass32,432 miles (+14,440)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    32,432 miles
    Test number
    241143939123
    • NoteBoth front indicators faded
    • NoteCentre rear stop light not working

  28. Pass17,992 miles (+9,197)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    17,992 miles
    Test number
    464815208116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass8,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    8,795 miles
    Test number
    422696117150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 UBL

Does LB04 UBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 UBL expired on 5 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 UBL?
The MOT on LB04 UBL expired on 5 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 UBL done?
LB04 UBL was recorded at 210,109 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2025, an average of 11,001 miles a year.
Has LB04 UBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 UBL has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 UBL 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 LB04 UBL find?
LB04 UBL failed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2025 with 3 dangerous defects, 4 major defects and 5 advisories: offside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, and 9 more.

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