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Ford KA

White · Petrol · 2002 · 1,299 cc

LF52 EUHMOT history

LF52 EUH is a white petrol Ford KA first used on 26 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 86,718 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2022.

LF52 EUH white Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2022
Mileage
86,718 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,730 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 EUH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
26 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF52 EUH was last recorded at 86,718 miles on 24 Aug 2022, 2,946 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,772 miles · 26 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
2,946 miles
Average per year
3,730 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 86,718 miles
  • 2021 – 83,772 miles
  • 2020 – 80,544 miles
  • 2018 – 78,231 miles
  • 2017 – 75,966 miles
  • 2016 – 73,662 miles
  • 2015 – 71,882 miles
  • 2014 – 68,581 miles
  • 2012 – 65,996 miles
  • 2011 – 59,287 miles
  • 2010 – 53,905 miles
  • 2009 – 48,367 miles
  • 2008 – 44,541 miles
  • 2007 – 37,908 miles
  • 2006 – 30,275 miles
  • 2005 – 23,247 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,718 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inside and outside chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both rear axle bushes splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail86,718 miles (+2,946)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,718 miles
    Test number
    797163453179
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inside and outside chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass83,772 miles (+3,228)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    83,772 miles
    Test number
    831922246511
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security in floor, near front subframe, rear mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear arms, front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass80,544 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    80,544 miles
    Test number
    876692522221
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail80,522 miles (+2,291)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,522 miles
    Test number
    112463641932
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass78,231 miles (+2,265)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    78,231 miles
    Test number
    733649184854
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both rear inner rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass75,966 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    75,966 miles
    Test number
    110774689540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail75,956 miles (+2,294)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,956 miles
    Test number
    361809852316
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (2.4.A.3)

  8. Pass73,662 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    73,662 miles
    Test number
    868111653544
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes splitting
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail73,651 miles (+1,769)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,651 miles
    Test number
    973191932084
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165 65 13 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165 65 13 (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes splitting
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass71,882 miles (+3,301)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,882 miles
    Test number
    519028925157
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn low on edges
    • NoteN/s rear tyre heavily perished
    • NoteWipers smeary

  11. Pass68,581 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    68,581 miles
    Test number
    909700424012
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn low on outer edge

  12. Fail68,580 miles (+2,584)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,580 miles
    Test number
    577680524075
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn low on outer edge

  13. Pass65,996 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    65,996 miles
    Test number
    779601832313
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  14. Fail65,996 miles (+194)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,996 miles
    Test number
    447627722481
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  15. Fail65,802 miles (+6,515)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,802 miles
    Test number
    849929362239
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  16. Pass59,287 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    59,287 miles
    Test number
    305681891421
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteFront discs in poor condition

  17. Fail59,287 miles (+5,382)3 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,287 miles
    Test number
    396177681239
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteFront discs in poor condition

  18. Pass53,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    53,905 miles
    Test number
    412109520437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail53,905 miles (+5,538)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,905 miles
    Test number
    320639420360
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass48,367 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    48,367 miles
    Test number
    322287009333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail48,367 miles (+3,826)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,367 miles
    Test number
    820776409335
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass44,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    44,541 miles
    Test number
    540312538393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,541 miles (+552)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,541 miles
    Test number
    683432838373
    • Repaired at testSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

  24. Pass43,989 miles (+6,081)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    43,989 miles
    Test number
    690720618201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,908 miles (+7,633)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    37,908 miles
    Test number
    643714317295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,275 miles (+7,028)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    30,275 miles
    Test number
    350805716429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass23,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    23,247 miles
    Test number
    913729025282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 EUH

Does LF52 EUH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 EUH expired on 25 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 EUH?
The MOT on LF52 EUH expired on 25 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 EUH done?
LF52 EUH was recorded at 86,718 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2022, an average of 3,730 miles a year.
Has LF52 EUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 EUH has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LF52 EUH 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 LF52 EUH find?
LF52 EUH failed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2022 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill; offside power steering ram leaking, and 3 more.

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