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Ford KA

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,299 cc

LB55 LBZMOT history

LB55 LBZ is a blue petrol Ford KA first used on 14 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 47,461 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
47,461 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 LBZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 LBZ was last recorded at 47,461 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 5,781 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,680 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,781 miles
Average per year
2,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 47,461 miles
  • 2024 – 41,680 miles
  • 2023 – 39,185 miles
  • 2022 – 36,116 miles
  • 2021 – 34,350 miles
  • 2020 – 33,736 miles
  • 2019 – 32,934 miles
  • 2018 – 32,139 miles
  • 2017 – 31,249 miles
  • 2016 – 30,172 miles
  • 2015 – 28,602 miles
  • 2014 – 26,513 miles
  • 2013 – 24,335 miles
  • 2012 – 21,996 miles
  • 2011 – 20,084 miles
  • 2010 – 17,868 miles
  • 2009 – 15,250 miles
  • 2008 – 11,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,461 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel TIE ROD (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,461 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    47,461 miles
    Test number
    224911814493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel TIE ROD (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail47,461 miles (+5,781)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,461 miles
    Test number
    190704049581
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel TIE ROD (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass41,680 miles (+2,495)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    41,680 miles
    Test number
    688329980962
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass39,185 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    39,185 miles
    Test number
    252271459524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  5. Fail39,185 miles (+3,069)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,185 miles
    Test number
    809734867882
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  6. Pass36,116 miles (+73)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    36,116 miles
    Test number
    782276701330
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail36,043 miles (+1,693)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,043 miles
    Test number
    942501847756
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass34,350 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    34,350 miles
    Test number
    741053689818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Floor pan corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Sill corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor pan corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Sill corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Wheel arch corroding

  9. Fail34,350 miles (+614)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,350 miles
    Test number
    988043983499
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Floor pan corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Sill corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor pan corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Sill corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Wheel arch corroding

  10. Pass33,736 miles (+802)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    33,736 miles
    Test number
    966792033098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,934 miles (+795)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    32,934 miles
    Test number
    503845544080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass32,139 miles (+890)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    32,139 miles
    Test number
    207487917379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,249 miles (+1,077)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    31,249 miles
    Test number
    303604799436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,172 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    30,172 miles
    Test number
    604434992472
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront and rear wipers smeary
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyres perishing and treads low

  15. Fail30,172 miles (+1,570)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,172 miles
    Test number
    250957459806
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront and rear wipers smeary
    • AdvisoryFront washer jets out of aim
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyres perishing and treads low

  16. Pass28,602 miles (+2,089)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    28,602 miles
    Test number
    520175128630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,513 miles (+2,178)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    26,513 miles
    Test number
    818461724333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,335 miles (+2,339)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    24,335 miles
    Test number
    638584523307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,996 miles (+1,912)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    21,996 miles
    Test number
    867906222387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,084 miles (+2,216)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    20,084 miles
    Test number
    815605421394
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipping.

  21. Pass17,868 miles (+2,618)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    17,868 miles
    Test number
    950192340395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    15,250 miles
    Test number
    134244239329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail15,250 miles (+3,797)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,250 miles
    Test number
    141424539360
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass11,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    11,453 miles
    Test number
    410484048405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 LBZ

Does LB55 LBZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 LBZ is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB55 LBZ?
The MOT on LB55 LBZ is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 LBZ done?
LB55 LBZ was recorded at 47,461 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 2,119 miles a year.
Has LB55 LBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 LBZ has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 LBZ 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 LB55 LBZ find?
LB55 LBZ passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front inner steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel tie rod; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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