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Ford KA

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,299 cc

LD53 PMUMOT history

LD53 PMU is a red petrol Ford KA first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 50,201 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2022.

LD53 PMU red Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2022
Mileage
50,201 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,083 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 PMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 PMU was last recorded at 50,201 miles on 20 Oct 2022, 2,007 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,194 miles · 29 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
2,007 miles
Average per year
2,083 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 50,201 miles
  • 2020 – 48,194 miles
  • 2019 – 43,942 miles
  • 2018 – 43,569 miles
  • 2017 – 43,175 miles
  • 2016 – 42,067 miles
  • 2015 – 40,715 miles
  • 2014 – 38,607 miles
  • 2013 – 35,950 miles
  • 2012 – 33,249 miles
  • 2011 – 30,856 miles
  • 2010 – 28,047 miles
  • 2009 – 25,331 miles
  • 2008 – 22,756 miles
  • 2007 – 19,160 miles
  • 2006 – 16,950 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail50,201 miles
  • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  • AdvisoryBoth outer lower sill has slight corrosion

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Both outer sills have slight corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside front floor by subframe has slight corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside front floor by subframe has slight corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail50,201 miles (+2,007)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,201 miles
    Test number
    441482068898
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer lower sill has slight corrosion

  2. Pass48,194 miles (+4,252)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    48,194 miles
    Test number
    342330720622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass43,942 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    43,942 miles
    Test number
    674988241126
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills have slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front floor by subframe has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside front floor by subframe has slight corrosion

  4. Fail43,942 miles (+373)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,942 miles
    Test number
    338447991288
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills have slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front floor by subframe has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside front floor by subframe has slight corrosion

  5. Pass43,569 miles (+394)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    43,569 miles
    Test number
    219170370767
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner face pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside outer sill starting to corrode

  6. Pass43,175 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    43,175 miles
    Test number
    215553054477
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill starting to corrode

  7. Fail43,175 miles (+1,108)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,175 miles
    Test number
    695346249620
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is severely distorted outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill starting to corrode

  8. Pass42,067 miles (+1,352)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    42,067 miles
    Test number
    255677789589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,715 miles (+2,108)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    40,715 miles
    Test number
    379647985130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass38,607 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    38,607 miles
    Test number
    766414334248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Fail38,607 miles (+2,657)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,607 miles
    Test number
    258054034203
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass35,950 miles (+2,701)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    35,950 miles
    Test number
    327321043492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion to both outer sills & off side front inner wheel arch

  13. Pass33,249 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    33,249 miles
    Test number
    788676032205
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail33,249 miles (+2,393)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,249 miles
    Test number
    437596632270
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass30,856 miles (+2,809)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    30,856 miles
    Test number
    859477151258
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass28,047 miles (+2,716)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    28,047 miles
    Test number
    893448630238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail25,331 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,331 miles
    Test number
    490787769276
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass25,331 miles (+2,575)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,331 miles
    Test number
    821687169262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,756 miles (+3,596)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    22,756 miles
    Test number
    310128548262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,160 miles (+2,210)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    19,160 miles
    Test number
    522017057270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,950 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    16,950 miles
    Test number
    423627106306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LD53 PMU

Does LD53 PMU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 PMU expired on 5 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 PMU?
The MOT on LD53 PMU expired on 5 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 PMU done?
LD53 PMU was recorded at 50,201 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2022, an average of 2,083 miles a year.
Has LD53 PMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 PMU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 PMU 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 PMU find?
LD53 PMU failed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2022 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: front registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements; front windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn, and 3 more.

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