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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,242 cc

LM61 DSZMOT history

LM61 DSZ is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 82,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

LM61 DSZ black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
82,499 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,075 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 DSZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 DSZ was last recorded at 82,499 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,496 miles · 30 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,075 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,499 miles
  • 2025 – 77,555 miles
  • 2024 – 76,989 miles
  • 2023 – 73,737 miles
  • 2022 – 68,765 miles
  • 2021 – 64,177 miles
  • 2020 – 59,158 miles
  • 2019 – 55,116 miles
  • 2018 – 51,141 miles
  • 2017 – 47,232 miles
  • 2016 – 42,549 miles
  • 2015 – 31,209 miles
  • 2014 – 22,419 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,499 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Tyres. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Axle front Bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 3 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,499 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    82,499 miles
    Test number
    648259037961
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Tyres. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Axle front Bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail82,496 miles (+4,941)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,496 miles
    Test number
    273938625429
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Tyres. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Axle front Bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass77,555 miles (+566)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    77,555 miles
    Test number
    786316523793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,989 miles (+3,252)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    76,989 miles
    Test number
    389078129070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,737 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    73,737 miles
    Test number
    548343302684
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both NS and OS. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail73,736 miles (+4,971)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,736 miles
    Test number
    589022383985
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both NS and OS. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass68,765 miles (+4,588)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    68,765 miles
    Test number
    313940203786
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Both NS and OS. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass64,177 miles (+5,019)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    64,177 miles
    Test number
    766338513857
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre pipe connection to rear back box. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass59,158 miles (+4,042)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    59,158 miles
    Test number
    240367431583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,116 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    55,116 miles
    Test number
    455279192743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail55,116 miles (+3,975)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,116 miles
    Test number
    426474038473
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  12. Pass51,141 miles (+3,909)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    51,141 miles
    Test number
    280084438733
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass47,232 miles (+4,683)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    47,232 miles
    Test number
    706021882804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,549 miles (+11,340)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    42,549 miles
    Test number
    232545700709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  15. Pass31,209 miles (+8,790)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    31,209 miles
    Test number
    514731956889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,419 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    22,419 miles
    Test number
    725246474212
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wipers are smeary

Questions about LM61 DSZ

Does LM61 DSZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 DSZ is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 DSZ?
The MOT on LM61 DSZ is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 DSZ done?
LM61 DSZ was recorded at 82,499 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 5,075 miles a year.
Has LM61 DSZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 DSZ has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 DSZ 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 DSZ find?
LM61 DSZ passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres.; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle front bushes..

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