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Ford KA

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,242 cc

LM61 DWOMOT history

LM61 DWO is a black petrol Ford KA first used on 30 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 54,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

LM61 DWO black Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
54,671 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,933 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 DWO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 DWO was last recorded at 54,671 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 3,119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
51,552 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,119 miles
Average per year
3,933 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 54,671 miles
  • 2024 – 51,552 miles
  • 2023 – 46,017 miles
  • 2022 – 39,117 miles
  • 2021 – 38,770 miles
  • 2020 – 34,125 miles
  • 2019 – 29,018 miles
  • 2018 – 23,647 miles
  • 2017 – 21,288 miles
  • 2016 – 18,163 miles
  • 2015 – 14,952 miles
  • 2014 – 11,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,671 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass54,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    54,671 miles
    Test number
    709219590974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail54,671 miles (+3,119)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,671 miles
    Test number
    445394292525
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust baffles rattling inside backbox
  3. Pass51,552 miles (+5,535)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    51,552 miles
    Test number
    412496473042
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass46,017 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    46,017 miles
    Test number
    402127514349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail46,017 miles (+6,900)2 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,017 miles
    Test number
    376627732641
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass39,117 miles (+347)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    39,117 miles
    Test number
    467447417879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass38,770 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    38,770 miles
    Test number
    171241504533
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail38,770 miles (+4,645)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,770 miles
    Test number
    704847409863
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass34,125 miles (+5,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    34,125 miles
    Test number
    450177505303
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  10. Pass29,018 miles (+5,371)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    29,018 miles
    Test number
    225428496293
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box has corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass23,647 miles (+2,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    23,647 miles
    Test number
    286383436300
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  12. Pass21,288 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    21,288 miles
    Test number
    958245988721
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wall perishing
  13. Fail21,288 miles (+3,125)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,288 miles
    Test number
    523263271339
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wall perishing
  14. Pass18,163 miles (+3,211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    18,163 miles
    Test number
    660016061264
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass14,952 miles (+3,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    14,952 miles
    Test number
    722789940477
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass11,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    11,481 miles
    Test number
    407934124477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 DWO

Does LM61 DWO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 DWO is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM61 DWO?
The MOT on LM61 DWO is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 DWO done?
LM61 DWO was recorded at 54,671 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 3,933 miles a year.
Has LM61 DWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 DWO has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM61 DWO 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 DWO find?
LM61 DWO passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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