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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,399 cc

LL08 GWAMOT history

LL08 GWA is a blue diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 23 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 173,231 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

LL08 GWA blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Fiesta, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
173,231 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,106 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 GWA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,399 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 GWA was last recorded at 173,231 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 63 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,168 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
63 miles
Average per year
6,106 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 173,231 miles
  • 2024 – 162,948 miles
  • 2023 – 162,864 miles
  • 2022 – 158,360 miles
  • 2021 – 153,057 miles
  • 2020 – 148,569 miles
  • 2019 – 144,209 miles
  • 2018 – 140,660 miles
  • 2017 – 138,439 miles
  • 2016 – 133,944 miles
  • 2015 – 124,713 miles
  • 2014 – 109,022 miles
  • 2013 – 99,827 miles
  • 2012 – 91,315 miles
  • 2011 – 83,469 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,231 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated droplink bar (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalyst (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both inner and outer, also worn close to limits (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,231 miles (+63)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    173,231 miles
    Test number
    181246966160
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated droplink bar (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalyst (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both inner and outer, also worn close to limits (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Fail173,168 miles (+10,220)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,168 miles
    Test number
    184614449175
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed BLACK SMOKE ON acceleration (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mid section holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated droplink bar (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalyst (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both inner and outer, also worn close to limits (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Pass162,948 miles (+84)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    162,948 miles
    Test number
    322369759017
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  4. Pass162,864 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    162,864 miles
    Test number
    504601729327
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail162,860 miles (+4,500)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,860 miles
    Test number
    279032070958
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass158,360 miles (+5,303)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    158,360 miles
    Test number
    518344190438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass153,057 miles (+4,488)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    153,057 miles
    Test number
    174399959314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass148,569 miles (+4,360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    148,569 miles
    Test number
    806517188505
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass144,209 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    144,209 miles
    Test number
    637209273760
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail144,208 miles (+3,548)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,208 miles
    Test number
    948510082593
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass140,660 miles (+2,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    140,660 miles
    Test number
    464635911845
    • AdvisoryOil leaking
    • AdvisoryTurbo noisey
  12. Pass138,439 miles (+4,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    138,439 miles
    Test number
    197013125779
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper insecure
  13. Pass133,944 miles (+9,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    133,944 miles
    Test number
    874480215562
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  14. Pass124,713 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    124,713 miles
    Test number
    466727595027
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteSlight knocking in steering when steering wheel rocked
  15. Fail124,713 miles (+15,691)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,713 miles
    Test number
    737767695061
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteSlight knocking in steering when steering wheel rocked
  16. Pass109,022 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    109,022 miles
    Test number
    779988194015
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly worn on edges
  17. Fail109,022 miles (+9,195)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,022 miles
    Test number
    505037694096
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly worn on edges
  18. Pass99,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    99,827 miles
    Test number
    588074373052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail99,827 miles (+8,512)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,827 miles
    Test number
    649404773011
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
  20. Pass91,315 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    91,315 miles
    Test number
    796791482032
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteBoth number plates deteriated
    • NoteBoth steering rack gaitors heavily twisted
    • NoteFront tyres worn
  21. Fail91,315 miles (+7,846)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,315 miles
    Test number
    487981982077
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteBoth number plates deteriated
    • NoteBoth steering rack gaitors heavily twisted
    • NoteFront tyres worn
  22. Pass83,469 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    83,469 miles
    Test number
    196291881029
    • NoteSome imbalance front brakes 12%

Questions about LL08 GWA

Does LL08 GWA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 GWA is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL08 GWA?
The MOT on LL08 GWA is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 GWA done?
LL08 GWA was recorded at 173,231 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 6,106 miles a year.
Has LL08 GWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 GWA has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LL08 GWA 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 GWA find?
LL08 GWA passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated droplink bar; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users, and 4 more.

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