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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,388 cc

LM61 OTAMOT history

LM61 OTA is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 81,299 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

LM61 OTA black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Fiesta, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Nov 2027
Mileage
81,299 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 OTA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 OTA was last recorded at 81,299 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 3,253 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Nov 2015: 17,943 miles, lower than 18,142 miles on 22 Oct 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
78,046 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,253 miles
Average per year
5,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,299 miles
  • 2025 – 78,046 miles
  • 2024 – 72,686 miles
  • 2023 – 65,162 miles
  • 2022 – 57,941 miles
  • 2021 – 50,565 miles
  • 2020 – 45,534 miles
  • 2019 – 40,787 miles
  • 2018 – 35,615 miles
  • 2017 – 30,041 miles
  • 2016 – 23,711 miles
  • 2015 – 17,943 miles
  • 2014 – 18,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,299 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 22 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,299 miles (+3,253)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    81,299 miles
    Test number
    240786080634
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass78,046 miles (+5,360)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    78,046 miles
    Test number
    212864351192
    • AdvisoryEngine oil close to minimum mark
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass72,686 miles (+7,524)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    72,686 miles
    Test number
    201214160021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass65,162 miles (+133)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    65,162 miles
    Test number
    273144734900
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail65,029 miles (+7,088)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,029 miles
    Test number
    981298077009
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass57,941 miles (+7,376)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    57,941 miles
    Test number
    808160505786
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass50,565 miles (+5,031)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    50,565 miles
    Test number
    847093485967
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass45,534 miles (+4,747)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    45,534 miles
    Test number
    448504784341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass40,787 miles (+5,172)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    40,787 miles
    Test number
    259616814284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass35,615 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    35,615 miles
    Test number
    627517209052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail35,610 miles (+5,569)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,610 miles
    Test number
    591031175275
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass30,041 miles (+6,330)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    30,041 miles
    Test number
    154271829751
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are cracking in tread grooves

  13. Pass23,711 miles (+5,768)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    23,711 miles
    Test number
    616557672829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass17,943 miles (-199)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    17,943 miles
    Test number
    688386531211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass18,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    18,142 miles
    Test number
    488365494281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 OTA

Does LM61 OTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 OTA is valid until 14 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 OTA?
The MOT on LM61 OTA is valid until 14 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 OTA done?
LM61 OTA was recorded at 81,299 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 5,263 miles a year.
Has LM61 OTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 OTA has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LM61 OTA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Nov 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM61 OTA find?
LM61 OTA passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear nail in tyre; offside front coolant leak, and 2 more.

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