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Ford Fiesta

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,398 cc

LM61 DSUMOT history

LM61 DSU is a black diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 114,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

LM61 DSU black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
114,131 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,247 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 DSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 DSU was last recorded at 114,131 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,117 miles · 7 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
8,247 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,131 miles
  • 2025 – 93,383 miles
  • 2024 – 84,602 miles
  • 2023 – 76,229 miles
  • 2022 – 69,014 miles
  • 2021 – 61,174 miles
  • 2020 – 56,453 miles
  • 2019 – 51,095 miles
  • 2018 – 40,851 miles
  • 2017 – 35,963 miles
  • 2016 – 29,999 miles
  • 2015 – 24,141 miles
  • 2014 – 17,788 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,131 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both outer bushs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,131 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    114,131 miles
    Test number
    891183220125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail114,117 miles (+20,734)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,117 miles
    Test number
    119517661766
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass93,383 miles (+8,781)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    93,383 miles
    Test number
    888272732070
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass84,602 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    84,602 miles
    Test number
    448057410241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail84,599 miles (+8,370)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,599 miles
    Test number
    857762736283
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass76,229 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    76,229 miles
    Test number
    884914564940
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both outer bushs (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Fail76,226 miles (+7,212)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,226 miles
    Test number
    749888222062
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both outer bushs (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass69,014 miles (+7,840)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    69,014 miles
    Test number
    501576856009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass61,174 miles (+4,721)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    61,174 miles
    Test number
    698858030698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,453 miles (+5,358)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    56,453 miles
    Test number
    899268167778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,095 miles (+10,244)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    51,095 miles
    Test number
    810407170093
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  12. Pass40,851 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    40,851 miles
    Test number
    425753806497
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak g box
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear arm bushes cracking,no play

  13. Fail40,851 miles (+4,888)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,851 miles
    Test number
    506392277638
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak g box
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear arm bushes cracking,no play

  14. Pass35,963 miles (+5,964)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    35,963 miles
    Test number
    125298294598
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil very slight (2.7.3)

  15. Pass29,999 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    29,999 miles
    Test number
    690795598046
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail29,999 miles (+5,858)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,999 miles
    Test number
    129620847656
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass24,141 miles (+6,353)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    24,141 miles
    Test number
    892098233806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,788 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    17,788 miles
    Test number
    676170914353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    17,721 miles
    Test number
    258222904349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail17,721 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,721 miles
    Test number
    499702504444
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LM61 DSU

Does LM61 DSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 DSU is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 DSU?
The MOT on LM61 DSU is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 DSU done?
LM61 DSU was recorded at 114,131 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 8,247 miles a year.
Has LM61 DSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 DSU has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 DSU 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 LM61 DSU find?
LM61 DSU passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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