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Ford KA

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,299 cc

LF52 OAOMOT history

LF52 OAO is a grey petrol Ford KA first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 37,378 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

LF52 OAO grey Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
37,378 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
1,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 OAO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 OAO was last recorded at 37,378 miles on 20 May 2026, 1,268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,110 miles · 4 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,268 miles
Average per year
1,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,378 miles
  • 2024 – 36,110 miles
  • 2023 – 35,368 miles
  • 2022 – 34,733 miles
  • 2021 – 34,149 miles
  • 2020 – 33,836 miles
  • 2019 – 32,436 miles
  • 2018 – 30,881 miles
  • 2017 – 29,095 miles
  • 2016 – 26,854 miles
  • 2015 – 24,429 miles
  • 2014 – 21,910 miles
  • 2013 – 18,694 miles
  • 2012 – 14,262 miles
  • 2011 – 11,259 miles
  • 2009 – 10,021 miles
  • 2008 – 9,477 miles
  • 2007 – 8,599 miles
  • 2006 – 6,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,378 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Play in nearside front suspension top mount

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Corrosion to offside outer sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside front suspension lower arm rear bush deteriorating

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,378 miles (+1,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    37,378 miles
    Test number
    524946452238
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass36,110 miles (+742)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    36,110 miles
    Test number
    112510230395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass35,368 miles (+635)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    35,368 miles
    Test number
    803417556023
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe/centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside and offside front suspension top mounts
    • AdvisorySigns of brake fluid leak around brake master cylinder .No leak found during test
    • AdvisoryVehicle corrosion

  4. Pass34,733 miles (+584)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    34,733 miles
    Test number
    790574005005
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside outer sill
    • AdvisoryExhaust blow front pipe/centre joint
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside front suspension top mount
    • AdvisorySigns of brake fluid leak around master cylinder . no leak found during test

  5. Pass34,149 miles (+313)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    34,149 miles
    Test number
    481379333522
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside outer sill
    • AdvisoryExhaust blow from front pipe/centre joint
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads look low
    • AdvisoryOffside front suspension lower arm rear bush deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside front suspension top mount
    • AdvisorySigns of brake fluid leak around master cylinder . no leak found during test

  6. Pass33,836 miles (+1,400)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    33,836 miles
    Test number
    826725520692
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside outer sill
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pads look low
    • AdvisoryOffside front suspension lower arm rear bush deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside front suspension top mount
    • AdvisorySigns of brake fluid leak around master cylinder,No leak found during test

  7. Pass32,436 miles (+1,555)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    32,436 miles
    Test number
    556547727608
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside front outer sill
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pads look low
    • AdvisoryOffside front suspension lower arm rear bush deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside front suspension top mount
    • AdvisorySigns of brake fluid leak around master cylinder ,No leak found during test

  8. Pass30,881 miles (+1,786)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    30,881 miles
    Test number
    802280839091
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside front outer sill
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside front suspension top mount

  9. Pass29,095 miles (+2,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    29,095 miles
    Test number
    831028917023
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside front suspension top mount

  10. Pass26,854 miles (+2,425)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    26,854 miles
    Test number
    833899670117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass24,429 miles (+2,519)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    24,429 miles
    Test number
    767697745006
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass21,910 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    21,910 miles
    Test number
    248037354055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Fail21,908 miles (+3,214)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,908 miles
    Test number
    676815054073
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Pass18,694 miles (+4,432)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    18,694 miles
    Test number
    975907553060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass14,262 miles (+3,003)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    14,262 miles
    Test number
    549769352097
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHandbrake lever high
    • NoteSlight leak from clutch resevoir hose
    • NoteWiper blades in poor condition

  16. Pass11,259 miles (+1,238)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    11,259 miles
    Test number
    788256851037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass10,021 miles (+544)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    10,021 miles
    Test number
    791915439392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has damage to outer wall (cords not exposed)

  18. Pass9,477 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    9,477 miles
    Test number
    432819138344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass8,599 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    8,599 miles
    Test number
    443619997266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass6,307 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    6,307 miles
    Test number
    450355106366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Questions about LF52 OAO

Does LF52 OAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 OAO is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 OAO?
The MOT on LF52 OAO is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 OAO done?
LF52 OAO was recorded at 37,378 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 1,589 miles a year.
Has LF52 OAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 OAO has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2014.
Has the mileage on LF52 OAO 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 OAO find?
LF52 OAO passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 1 advisory: front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides.

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