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Ford KA

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,299 cc

LB51 SFKMOT history

LB51 SFK is a silver petrol Ford KA first used on 29 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 62,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Sept 2023
Mileage
62,937 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,656 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 SFK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB51 SFK was last recorded at 62,937 miles on 29 Sept 2023, 377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,560 miles · 23 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
377 miles
Average per year
2,656 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 62,937 miles
  • 2022 – 62,560 miles
  • 2021 – 61,658 miles
  • 2020 – 61,244 miles
  • 2019 – 59,927 miles
  • 2018 – 58,906 miles
  • 2017 – 56,526 miles
  • 2016 – 48,377 miles
  • 2015 – 40,267 miles
  • 2014 – 31,903 miles
  • 2013 – 30,314 miles
  • 2012 – 28,093 miles
  • 2011 – 25,939 miles
  • 2010 – 24,742 miles
  • 2009 – 23,725 miles
  • 2008 – 22,100 miles
  • 2007 – 20,630 miles
  • 2006 – 18,181 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail62,937 miles
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades split (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated flexy pipe (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole in sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole inside wheel arch at the front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced base of A-piller in door shut (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole in sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced base of windscreen (A-pillar) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole inside wheel arch at the front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole in sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated OSF, OSR and NSR flexy pipes (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak large leak
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced hole in door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (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.

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Steering system slightly rough

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail62,937 miles (+377)15 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,937 miles
    Test number
    595734533987
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated flexy pipe (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole in sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole inside wheel arch at the front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced base of A-piller in door shut (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole in sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced base of windscreen (A-pillar) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole inside wheel arch at the front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole in sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated OSF, OSR and NSR flexy pipes (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak large leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced hole in door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass62,560 miles (+902)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    62,560 miles
    Test number
    246204467340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass61,658 miles (+414)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    61,658 miles
    Test number
    121429947045
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner door sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass61,244 miles (+1,317)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    61,244 miles
    Test number
    201830210108
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  5. Pass59,927 miles (+1,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    59,927 miles
    Test number
    255895560481
    • AdvisoryFront flexi

  6. Pass58,906 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    58,906 miles
    Test number
    346607064965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement beam bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside outer sill

  7. Fail58,891 miles (+2,365)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,891 miles
    Test number
    687314900299
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement beam bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside outer sill

  8. Pass56,526 miles (+8,149)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    56,526 miles
    Test number
    674825600165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil level low
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  9. Pass48,377 miles (+8,110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    48,377 miles
    Test number
    196982136555
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill

  10. Pass40,267 miles (+8,364)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    40,267 miles
    Test number
    802709686329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass31,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    31,903 miles
    Test number
    698316614242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail31,903 miles (+1,589)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,903 miles
    Test number
    849264114230
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass30,314 miles (+2,221)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    30,314 miles
    Test number
    335616943318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,093 miles (+2,154)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    28,093 miles
    Test number
    968106752341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    25,939 miles
    Test number
    336445531381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail25,939 miles (+1,197)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,939 miles
    Test number
    168015631388
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass24,742 miles (+1,017)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    24,742 miles
    Test number
    980107030343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    23,725 miles
    Test number
    421054029436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail23,725 miles (+1,625)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,725 miles
    Test number
    221304629375
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass22,100 miles (+1,470)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    22,100 miles
    Test number
    490337948380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,630 miles (+2,449)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    20,630 miles
    Test number
    492014437464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    18,181 miles
    Test number
    333027126322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 SFK

Does LB51 SFK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 SFK expired on 28 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 SFK?
The MOT on LB51 SFK expired on 28 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 SFK done?
LB51 SFK was recorded at 62,937 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2023, an average of 2,656 miles a year.
Has LB51 SFK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 SFK has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LB51 SFK 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 LB51 SFK find?
LB51 SFK failed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2023 with 15 major defects, 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades split; nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated flexy pipe; nearside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole in sill, and 18 more.

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