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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LL08 DCXMOT history

LL08 DCX is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 28 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 190,036 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

LL08 DCX red Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2026
Mileage
190,036 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 DCX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL08 DCX was last recorded at 190,036 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,997 miles · 2 May 2026
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
11,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,036 miles
  • 2025 – 185,131 miles
  • 2024 – 171,343 miles
  • 2023 – 154,672 miles
  • 2022 – 140,871 miles
  • 2021 – 125,746 miles
  • 2019 – 107,197 miles
  • 2018 – 92,297 miles
  • 2017 – 78,375 miles
  • 2016 – 64,063 miles
  • 2015 – 47,031 miles
  • 2014 – 35,881 miles
  • 2013 – 30,908 miles
  • 2012 – 24,817 miles
  • 2011 – 18,232 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail190,036 miles
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer SIL within 30cm of trailing arm mount - Marked with chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped to N/S and O/S (3.2 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Lower gearbox stabilizer arm bush split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear exhaust box bracket missing - system secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail190,036 miles (+39)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,036 miles
    Test number
    190835087038
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer SIL within 30cm of trailing arm mount - Marked with chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped to N/S and O/S (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Fail189,997 miles (+4,866)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,997 miles
    Test number
    953609098975
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass185,131 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    185,131 miles
    Test number
    829149810617
    • AdvisoryO/s/f inner wheel rim out of shape
    • AdvisoryPoor pattern on both headlights
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rear hanger ruted off
  4. Fail185,131 miles (+13,788)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,131 miles
    Test number
    676607565482
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f inner wheel rim out of shape
    • AdvisoryPoor pattern on both headlights
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rear hanger ruted off
  5. Pass171,343 miles (+153)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    171,343 miles
    Test number
    284754746849
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower gearbox stabilizer arm bush split
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box bracket missing - system secure
  6. Fail171,190 miles (+16,518)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,190 miles
    Test number
    159390340307
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower gearbox stabilizer arm bush split
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box bracket missing - system secure
  7. Pass154,672 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    154,672 miles
    Test number
    241632389406
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S and O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/S and O/S lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail154,672 miles (+13,801)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,672 miles
    Test number
    152664343118
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S and O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/S and O/S lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass140,871 miles (+15,125)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    140,871 miles
    Test number
    377291429406
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S and O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryO/S Washer jet is weak
    • AdvisoryRear tyre's starting to wear out of shape
  10. Pass125,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    125,746 miles
    Test number
    467129273382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail125,746 miles (+18,549)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,746 miles
    Test number
    843763318683
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  12. Pass107,197 miles (+14,900)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,197 miles
    Test number
    372885045699
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  13. Pass92,297 miles (+13,922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    92,297 miles
    Test number
    223189348286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mount bushes notchy (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  14. Pass78,375 miles (+14,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    78,375 miles
    Test number
    292209774457
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Slight noise from wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Slight noise from wheel bearing
  15. Pass64,063 miles (+17,032)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    64,063 miles
    Test number
    710338670780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,031 miles (+11,150)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    47,031 miles
    Test number
    618161975105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,881 miles (+4,973)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    35,881 miles
    Test number
    448654874149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,908 miles (+6,091)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    30,908 miles
    Test number
    305100673122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,817 miles (+6,585)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    24,817 miles
    Test number
    736033772176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    18,232 miles
    Test number
    779484771145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 DCX

Does LL08 DCX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL08 DCX expired on 9 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL08 DCX?
The MOT on LL08 DCX expired on 9 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL08 DCX done?
LL08 DCX was recorded at 190,036 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 11,464 miles a year.
Has LL08 DCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 DCX has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LL08 DCX 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 LL08 DCX find?
LL08 DCX failed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 3 major defects and 1 minor defect: nearside headlamp aim too low; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sil within 30cm of trailing arm mount - marked with chalk; offside headlamp aim too low, and 1 more.

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