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Ford KA

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,299 cc

LD53 ABUMOT history

LD53 ABU is a silver petrol Ford KA first used on 15 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2023 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 102,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2022.

LD53 ABU silver Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2023
Mileage
102,102 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2022
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,159 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 ABU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2023
Latest MOT test
30 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 ABU was last recorded at 102,102 miles on 30 May 2022, 7,926 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,176 miles · 21 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
7,926 miles
Average per year
4,159 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 102,102 miles
  • 2021 – 94,176 miles
  • 2019 – 93,160 miles
  • 2016 – 92,633 miles
  • 2015 – 88,131 miles
  • 2014 – 83,416 miles
  • 2013 – 81,164 miles
  • 2012 – 79,022 miles
  • 2011 – 76,580 miles
  • 2009 – 76,578 miles
  • 2008 – 64,024 miles
  • 2007 – 50,419 miles
  • 2006 – 36,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,102 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear axle mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass102,102 miles (+7,926)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    102,102 miles
    Test number
    848558387026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear axle mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass94,176 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,176 miles
    Test number
    833761115102
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  3. Fail94,176 miles (+1,016)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,176 miles
    Test number
    792053187626
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  4. Pass93,160 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,160 miles
    Test number
    190777314281
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail93,156 miles (+523)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,156 miles
    Test number
    573466861039
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Cill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass92,633 miles (+4,502)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    92,633 miles
    Test number
    448244981437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass88,131 miles (+4,715)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,131 miles
    Test number
    186730195091
    • NoteFront discs poor
    • NoteO/s/f ball joint dust cover split but prevents dirt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOuter sills repaired and rusty

  8. Pass83,416 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    83,416 miles
    Test number
    898398214163
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAreas of surface corrision

  9. Fail83,416 miles (+2,252)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,416 miles
    Test number
    956795314155
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAreas of surface corrision

  10. Pass81,164 miles (+2,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    81,164 miles
    Test number
    288344113093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass79,022 miles (+2,442)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    79,022 miles
    Test number
    999670612083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    76,580 miles
    Test number
    826114901064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail76,580 miles (+2)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,580 miles
    Test number
    105624401472
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Pass76,578 miles (+12,554)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    76,578 miles
    Test number
    152566369205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBottom arm bushes starting to push out slightly to n/s/f and o/s/f.

  15. Fail64,024 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,024 miles
    Test number
    231277958293
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  16. Pass64,024 miles (+13,605)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    64,024 miles
    Test number
    364537158415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail50,419 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,419 miles
    Test number
    340513737478
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass50,419 miles (+13,886)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,419 miles
    Test number
    930533337200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass36,533 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    36,533 miles
    Test number
    130635236263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll wiper blades splitting

  20. Fail36,533 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,533 miles
    Test number
    991115736233
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll wiper blades splitting

Questions about LD53 ABU

Does LD53 ABU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 ABU expired on 29 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 ABU?
The MOT on LD53 ABU expired on 29 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 ABU done?
LD53 ABU was recorded at 102,102 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2022, an average of 4,159 miles a year.
Has LD53 ABU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 ABU has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LD53 ABU 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 LD53 ABU find?
LD53 ABU passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2022 with 6 advisories: nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 3 more.

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