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Ford Fiesta

Red · Diesel · 2011 · 1,560 cc

LC61 GXUMOT history

LC61 GXU is a red diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 18 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 147,684 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LC61 GXU red Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Fiesta, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
147,684 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,283 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 GXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
18 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 GXU was last recorded at 147,684 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 4,557 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,127 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,557 miles
Average per year
8,283 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,684 miles
  • 2025 – 143,127 miles
  • 2024 – 132,606 miles
  • 2023 – 127,837 miles
  • 2022 – 122,117 miles
  • 2020 – 114,002 miles
  • 2019 – 96,585 miles
  • 2018 – 86,870 miles
  • 2017 – 78,008 miles
  • 2016 – 68,214 miles
  • 2014 – 55,229 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,684 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    147,684 miles
    Test number
    872576047428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail147,684 miles (+4,557)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,684 miles
    Test number
    122783867161
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass143,127 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    143,127 miles
    Test number
    808135852086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail143,127 miles (+10,521)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,127 miles
    Test number
    562591379647
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass132,606 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    132,606 miles
    Test number
    123567437619
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Heat shield loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail132,605 miles (+4,768)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,605 miles
    Test number
    803609677790
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Heat shield loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass127,837 miles (+5,720)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    127,837 miles
    Test number
    339128768724
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass122,117 miles (+8,115)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    122,117 miles
    Test number
    547942670710
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded rear.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass114,002 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    114,002 miles
    Test number
    326534110034
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • 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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail114,002 miles (+6,461)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,002 miles
    Test number
    897843535334
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • 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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass107,541 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,541 miles
    Test number
    618822507663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail107,540 miles (+10,955)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,540 miles
    Test number
    197874161400
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass96,585 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    96,585 miles
    Test number
    136050378001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail96,466 miles (+9,596)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,466 miles
    Test number
    202282649786
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  15. Pass86,870 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    86,870 miles
    Test number
    674453686193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail86,856 miles (+8,848)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,856 miles
    Test number
    294123672686
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass78,008 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    78,008 miles
    Test number
    153306311551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail78,008 miles (+9,794)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,008 miles
    Test number
    552428629018
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass68,214 miles (+12,985)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    68,214 miles
    Test number
    575203971463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    55,229 miles
    Test number
    468512724304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 GXU

Does LC61 GXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 GXU is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 GXU?
The MOT on LC61 GXU is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 GXU done?
LC61 GXU was recorded at 147,684 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 8,283 miles a year.
Has LC61 GXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 GXU has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 GXU 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 LC61 GXU find?
LC61 GXU passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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