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Ford KA

White · Petrol · 2010 · 1,242 cc

LM10 EFXMOT history

LM10 EFX is a white petrol Ford KA first used on 19 Jul 2010. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 75,107 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

LM10 EFX white Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
75,107 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 EFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
19 Jul 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 EFX was last recorded at 75,107 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 1,634 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,473 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,634 miles
Average per year
4,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,107 miles
  • 2025 – 73,473 miles
  • 2024 – 73,404 miles
  • 2023 – 69,812 miles
  • 2022 – 67,659 miles
  • 2021 – 60,722 miles
  • 2020 – 53,839 miles
  • 2019 – 47,597 miles
  • 2018 – 42,256 miles
  • 2017 – 38,634 miles
  • 2016 – 33,612 miles
  • 2015 – 27,867 miles
  • 2014 – 22,839 miles
  • 2013 – 19,454 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,107 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Gear box oil leak (diff seal)

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.

  • The rear exhaust box is corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear wiper blade is split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Gearbox slightly oily

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,107 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    75,107 miles
    Test number
    162183888809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Gear box oil leak (diff seal)

  2. Fail75,107 miles (+1,634)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,107 miles
    Test number
    437052023431
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Gear box oil leak (diff seal)

  3. Pass73,473 miles (+69)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    73,473 miles
    Test number
    749887499843
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass73,404 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    73,404 miles
    Test number
    546798427963
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail73,404 miles (+3,592)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,404 miles
    Test number
    207283523864
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass69,812 miles (+2,153)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    69,812 miles
    Test number
    673206397474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,659 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    67,659 miles
    Test number
    604578702364
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is wearing on the inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryThe bottom of the gearbox is slightly oily
    • AdvisoryThe rear exhaust box is corroded

  8. Fail67,659 miles (+6,937)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,659 miles
    Test number
    621554720620
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is wearing on the inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryThe bottom of the gearbox is slightly oily
    • AdvisoryThe rear exhaust box is corroded

  9. Pass60,722 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    60,722 miles
    Test number
    328170222326
    • AdvisoryThe engine oil was very low
    • AdvisoryThe rear exhaust box is corroded

  10. Fail60,722 miles (+6,883)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,722 miles
    Test number
    179230239640
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryThe engine oil was very low
    • AdvisoryThe rear exhaust box is corroded

  11. Pass53,839 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    53,839 miles
    Test number
    577750102741
    • Advisory2 bulbs in high level brake light not working but still more than 50 % ok
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box is corroding & outer skin coming away
    • AdvisoryRear number plate starting to deteriate
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade is split

  12. Fail53,839 miles (+6,242)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,839 miles
    Test number
    108108569022
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Advisory2 bulbs in high level brake light not working but still more than 50 % ok
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads are very low just acceptable
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is worn on inner & outer edges & tread getting low in middle
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is worn on inner & outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box is corroding & outer skin coming away
    • AdvisoryRear number plate starting to deteriate
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade is split

  13. Pass47,597 miles (+5,341)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    47,597 miles
    Test number
    677935570531
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is wearing on inner & outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade is split
    • AdvisoryNo oil showing on dip stick

  14. Pass42,256 miles (+3,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    42,256 miles
    Test number
    440450293797
    • AdvisoryGearbox slightly oily
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  15. Pass38,634 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    38,634 miles
    Test number
    611674464816
    • AdvisoryEngine oil very low
    • AdvisoryGearbox slightly oily

  16. Fail38,634 miles (+5,022)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,634 miles
    Test number
    351176182228
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil very low
    • AdvisoryGearbox slightly oily

  17. Pass33,612 miles (+5,745)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    33,612 miles
    Test number
    664345611086
    • AdvisoryGearbox selector shaft oil seal wet & oily
    • AdvisoryNo oil showing on dipstick

  18. Pass27,867 miles (+5,028)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    27,867 miles
    Test number
    179668295179
    • NoteN/side front inner cv joint / gearbox oily
    • NoteO/side rear tyre wearing on both edges just acceptable
    • NoteRear wiper split

  19. Pass22,839 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    22,839 miles
    Test number
    945712994118
    • NoteBrake and fuel lines covered
    • NoteBrake fluid low
    • NoteN/S/F Inner drive shaft damp
    • NoteO/S/R Tyre low tread on edges

  20. Fail22,839 miles (+3,385)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,839 miles
    Test number
    715001194145
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBrake and fuel lines covered
    • NoteBrake fluid low
    • NoteN/S/F Inner drive shaft damp
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre low tread on edges

  21. Pass19,454 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    19,454 miles
    Test number
    488802393164
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Fail19,453 miles1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,453 miles
    Test number
    307352393120
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LM10 EFX

Does LM10 EFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM10 EFX is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM10 EFX?
The MOT on LM10 EFX is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM10 EFX done?
LM10 EFX was recorded at 75,107 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 4,387 miles a year.
Has LM10 EFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 EFX has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LM10 EFX 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 LM10 EFX find?
LM10 EFX passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front gear box oil leak (diff seal).

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