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Ford KA

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,299 cc

LD53 ADUMOT history

LD53 ADU is a silver petrol Ford KA first used on 12 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 56,081 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

LD53 ADU silver Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
56,081 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,412 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 ADU
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
12 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 ADU was last recorded at 56,081 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,080 miles · 15 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,412 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,081 miles
  • 2025 – 52,447 miles
  • 2024 – 48,283 miles
  • 2023 – 44,927 miles
  • 2022 – 41,276 miles
  • 2021 – 36,640 miles
  • 2020 – 32,507 miles
  • 2019 – 27,262 miles
  • 2016 – 26,932 miles
  • 2015 – 26,027 miles
  • 2014 – 24,461 miles
  • 2013 – 22,580 miles
  • 2012 – 20,765 miles
  • 2011 – 18,739 miles
  • 2010 – 16,413 miles
  • 2009 – 13,987 miles
  • 2008 – 11,960 miles
  • 2007 – 9,815 miles
  • 2006 – 7,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,081 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass56,081 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    56,081 miles
    Test number
    194313663031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail56,080 miles (+3,633)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,080 miles
    Test number
    684303708665
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass52,447 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    52,447 miles
    Test number
    740300459642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail52,446 miles (+4,163)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,446 miles
    Test number
    428372331564
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail hose tuching wheel (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass48,283 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    48,283 miles
    Test number
    978561567741
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail48,282 miles (+3,355)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,282 miles
    Test number
    462964208517
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass44,927 miles (+3,651)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    44,927 miles
    Test number
    940305638790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass41,276 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    41,276 miles
    Test number
    655587233765
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component 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))

  9. Fail41,276 miles (+4,636)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,276 miles
    Test number
    245219556340
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component 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))

  10. Pass36,640 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    36,640 miles
    Test number
    557809693927
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail36,640 miles (+4,133)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,640 miles
    Test number
    581095081881
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front and rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass32,507 miles (+5,245)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    32,507 miles
    Test number
    805444150616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,262 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    27,262 miles
    Test number
    606642210940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  14. Fail27,262 miles (+330)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,262 miles
    Test number
    491385520454
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  15. Pass26,932 miles (+905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    26,932 miles
    Test number
    915020993279
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass26,027 miles (+1,566)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    26,027 miles
    Test number
    162969883907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,461 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    24,461 miles
    Test number
    505513254211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail24,458 miles (+1,878)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,458 miles
    Test number
    479352054267
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass22,580 miles (+1,815)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    22,580 miles
    Test number
    407365153224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,765 miles (+2,026)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    20,765 miles
    Test number
    948405652212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,739 miles (+2,326)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    18,739 miles
    Test number
    118361451280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    16,413 miles
    Test number
    363052250451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail16,413 miles (+2,426)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,413 miles
    Test number
    934182550261
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass13,987 miles (+2,027)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    13,987 miles
    Test number
    780741359275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass11,960 miles (+2,145)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    11,960 miles
    Test number
    662386358243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass9,815 miles (+2,135)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    9,815 miles
    Test number
    272593957269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass7,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    7,680 miles
    Test number
    150915236264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 ADU

Does LD53 ADU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 ADU is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 ADU?
The MOT on LD53 ADU is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 ADU done?
LD53 ADU was recorded at 56,081 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 2,412 miles a year.
Has LD53 ADU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 ADU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 ADU 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 ADU find?
LD53 ADU passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill; offside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill.

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