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Ford KA

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,299 cc

LB56 FMGMOT history

LB56 FMG is a grey petrol Ford KA first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 90,279 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
90,279 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 FMG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 FMG was last recorded at 90,279 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 68 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,211 miles · 28 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
68 miles
Average per year
4,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,279 miles
  • 2025 – 90,211 miles
  • 2024 – 86,374 miles
  • 2023 – 83,031 miles
  • 2022 – 81,452 miles
  • 2021 – 78,857 miles
  • 2020 – 76,250 miles
  • 2019 – 72,647 miles
  • 2018 – 68,348 miles
  • 2017 – 63,136 miles
  • 2016 – 57,709 miles
  • 2015 – 51,788 miles
  • 2014 – 46,143 miles
  • 2013 – 40,122 miles
  • 2012 – 33,642 miles
  • 2011 – 27,083 miles
  • 2010 – 21,740 miles
  • 2009 – 17,622 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,279 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryWheel trimsRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive On The Outer Sill Area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,279 miles (+68)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    90,279 miles
    Test number
    578777017296
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel trims

  2. Fail90,211 miles (+3,837)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,211 miles
    Test number
    404441525595
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel trims

  3. Pass86,374 miles (+34)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    86,374 miles
    Test number
    415981062600
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive On The Outer Sill Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail86,340 miles (+3,309)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,340 miles
    Test number
    256998391404
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken Upper coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive On The Outer Sill Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass83,031 miles (+1,579)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    83,031 miles
    Test number
    372184111897
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both headlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to body and sills
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  6. Pass81,452 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    81,452 miles
    Test number
    168237397879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel covers fitted at time of test

  7. Fail81,452 miles (+2,595)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,452 miles
    Test number
    441228496606
    • MajorNearside Rear Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel covers fitted at time of test

  8. Pass78,857 miles (+12)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    78,857 miles
    Test number
    789894440359
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber top mountings slightly worn

  9. Fail78,845 miles (+2,595)8 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,845 miles
    Test number
    486769610032
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged fixing into caliper is bent (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor within 30cm of sub frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill/wheel arch next to/within 30cm of rear axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor / outer sill within 30cm of sub frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated excessive corrosion boot floor/chassis rail (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch within 30cm of axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (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 Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass76,250 miles (+50)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    76,250 miles
    Test number
    748345556719
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Fail76,200 miles (+3,553)2 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,200 miles
    Test number
    828033626563
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  12. Pass72,647 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,647 miles
    Test number
    868050452417
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Fail72,647 miles (+4,299)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,647 miles
    Test number
    528979680772
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  14. Pass68,348 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    68,348 miles
    Test number
    930193700691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail68,348 miles (+5,212)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,348 miles
    Test number
    870855315488
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass63,136 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    63,136 miles
    Test number
    551248001259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail63,136 miles (+5,427)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,136 miles
    Test number
    303448078610
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass57,709 miles (+5,921)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    57,709 miles
    Test number
    957947908138
    • AdvisoryBattery light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly Nearside and Offside (2.5.B.1b)

  19. Pass51,788 miles (+5,645)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    51,788 miles
    Test number
    146772279254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,143 miles (+6,021)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    46,143 miles
    Test number
    687935004363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside and Offside rear tyres cracked and perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge (possible tracking fault)

  21. Pass40,122 miles (+104)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    40,122 miles
    Test number
    455048393203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNearside and Offside rear tyres cracked and perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre is on the legal limit (1.6mm)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  22. Fail40,018 miles (+6,376)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,018 miles
    Test number
    357512193479
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNearside and Offside rear tyres cracked and perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre is on the legal limit (1.6mm)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  23. Pass33,642 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    33,642 miles
    Test number
    456350302325
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres outer edges have low tread (possible tracking fault)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked and perishing
    • NoteCoolant level below minimum

  24. Fail33,642 miles (+6,559)1 repaired4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,642 miles
    Test number
    599570502347
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres outer edges have low tread (possible tracking fault)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked and perishing
    • NoteCoolant level below minimum

  25. Pass27,083 miles (+5,343)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    27,083 miles
    Test number
    426532001311
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer edge feathering and wearing low (possible tracking fault)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking and perishing

  26. Pass21,740 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    21,740 miles
    Test number
    254816290290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteRear tyres slightly cracked/perished

  27. Fail21,740 miles (+4,118)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,740 miles
    Test number
    380096790240
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteRear tyres slightly cracked/perished

  28. Pass17,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    17,622 miles
    Test number
    763754109389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 FMG

Does LB56 FMG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 FMG is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 FMG?
The MOT on LB56 FMG is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 FMG done?
LB56 FMG was recorded at 90,279 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 4,466 miles a year.
Has LB56 FMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 FMG has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 FMG 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 LB56 FMG find?
LB56 FMG passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear nail in tyre, and 4 more.

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