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Ford KA

Grey · Petrol · 2013 · 1,242 cc

LE56 MAEMOT history

LE56 MAE is a grey petrol Ford KA first used on 29 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 62,918 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

LE56 MAE grey Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
62,918 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,632 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE56 MAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
29 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE56 MAE was last recorded at 62,918 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 6,444 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,474 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,444 miles
Average per year
5,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,918 miles
  • 2025 – 56,474 miles
  • 2024 – 56,412 miles
  • 2023 – 47,072 miles
  • 2022 – 39,289 miles
  • 2021 – 33,217 miles
  • 2020 – 26,728 miles
  • 2019 – 21,946 miles
  • 2018 – 17,752 miles
  • 2017 – 14,857 miles
  • 2016 – 11,429 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,918 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

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.

  • Rear axle coated in underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,918 miles (+6,444)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    62,918 miles
    Test number
    720175259628
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  2. Pass56,474 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    56,474 miles
    Test number
    132923981167
    • AdvisoryRear axle coated in underseal

  3. Fail56,450 miles (+38)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,450 miles
    Test number
    714063669194
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle coated in underseal

  4. Pass56,412 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    56,412 miles
    Test number
    253563167716
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp missing

  5. Fail56,412 miles (+9,340)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,412 miles
    Test number
    299317623048
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp missing

  6. Pass47,072 miles (+7,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    47,072 miles
    Test number
    686450130542
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass39,289 miles (+6,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    39,289 miles
    Test number
    208576493048
    • 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))

  8. Pass33,217 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    33,217 miles
    Test number
    100276988641
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box joint (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail33,217 miles (+6,489)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,217 miles
    Test number
    866447793259
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box joint (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass26,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    26,728 miles
    Test number
    264554678898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail26,728 miles (+4,782)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,728 miles
    Test number
    956057103754
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass21,946 miles (+4,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    21,946 miles
    Test number
    507208185774
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass17,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    17,752 miles
    Test number
    127117289147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail17,752 miles (+2,895)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,752 miles
    Test number
    232206324851
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass14,857 miles (+3,428)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    14,857 miles
    Test number
    256406555422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass11,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    11,429 miles
    Test number
    817669173657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE56 MAE

Does LE56 MAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE56 MAE is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE56 MAE?
The MOT on LE56 MAE is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE56 MAE done?
LE56 MAE was recorded at 62,918 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 5,632 miles a year.
Has LE56 MAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE56 MAE has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LE56 MAE 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 LE56 MAE find?
LE56 MAE passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; suspension components corroded.

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