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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,242 cc

LB08 VWXMOT history

LB08 VWX is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 218,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
218,836 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
13,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 VWX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 VWX was last recorded at 218,836 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 4,634 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,202 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,634 miles
Average per year
13,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 218,836 miles
  • 2025 – 214,202 miles
  • 2024 – 208,970 miles
  • 2023 – 198,065 miles
  • 2022 – 184,667 miles
  • 2021 – 173,177 miles
  • 2020 – 164,737 miles
  • 2019 – 137,624 miles
  • 2018 – 116,843 miles
  • 2017 – 97,709 miles
  • 2015 – 73,516 miles
  • 2014 – 57,061 miles
  • 2013 – 39,474 miles
  • 2012 – 25,589 miles
  • 2011 – 15,031 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,836 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,836 miles4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    218,836 miles
    Test number
    501429087033
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Fail218,836 miles (+4,634)1 repaired4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,836 miles
    Test number
    433725447108
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass214,202 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    214,202 miles
    Test number
    921314071169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Fail214,202 miles (+5,232)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,202 miles
    Test number
    433817269616
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  5. Pass208,970 miles (+10,905)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    208,970 miles
    Test number
    290812026891
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass198,065 miles (+13,398)5 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    198,065 miles
    Test number
    796896423976
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front of engine covered in oil. Recommend cleaning to locate leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass184,667 miles4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    184,667 miles
    Test number
    215475521633
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail184,661 miles (+11,484)1 dangerous1 major4 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,661 miles
    Test number
    205849572260
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass173,177 miles (+8,440)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    173,177 miles
    Test number
    654233117600
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Possible cam cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Heat sheild (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass164,737 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    164,737 miles
    Test number
    472460221950
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Fail164,737 miles (+27,113)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,737 miles
    Test number
    757432800495
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass137,624 miles (+20,781)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    137,624 miles
    Test number
    485109286564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass116,843 miles (+155)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    116,843 miles
    Test number
    334183191544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail116,688 miles (+18,979)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,688 miles
    Test number
    857455879598
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked. (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  15. Pass97,709 miles (+24,193)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    97,709 miles
    Test number
    303687762628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,516 miles (+16,455)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    73,516 miles
    Test number
    871989052924
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass57,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    57,061 miles
    Test number
    186694324357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,061 miles (+17,587)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,061 miles
    Test number
    567554224325
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass39,474 miles (+13,885)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    39,474 miles
    Test number
    938871793230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,589 miles (+10,558)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    25,589 miles
    Test number
    615856282256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    15,031 miles
    Test number
    116306471252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail15,031 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,031 miles
    Test number
    899966471232
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LB08 VWX

Does LB08 VWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 VWX is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 VWX?
The MOT on LB08 VWX is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 VWX done?
LB08 VWX was recorded at 218,836 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 13,589 miles a year.
Has LB08 VWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 VWX has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 VWX 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 LB08 VWX find?
LB08 VWX passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 4 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 6 more.

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