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Ford KA

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,299 cc

LO04 HDJMOT history

LO04 HDJ is a red petrol Ford KA first used on 30 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 64,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2025.

LO04 HDJ red Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2026
Mileage
64,843 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,131 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 HDJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 HDJ was last recorded at 64,843 miles on 21 Jul 2025, 7,006 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,837 miles · 22 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
7,006 miles
Average per year
3,131 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 64,843 miles
  • 2024 – 57,837 miles
  • 2023 – 48,777 miles
  • 2022 – 37,701 miles
  • 2021 – 33,890 miles
  • 2020 – 32,095 miles
  • 2019 – 30,696 miles
  • 2018 – 28,931 miles
  • 2017 – 26,697 miles
  • 2016 – 24,551 miles
  • 2015 – 21,588 miles
  • 2014 – 20,044 miles
  • 2013 – 18,617 miles
  • 2012 – 17,164 miles
  • 2011 – 16,186 miles
  • 2010 – 14,167 miles
  • 2009 – 12,202 miles
  • 2008 – 10,398 miles
  • 2007 – 8,590 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,843 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear reverse lamp lens missingRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty (1.1.11 (c))

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,843 miles (+7,006)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    64,843 miles
    Test number
    134271400671
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reverse lamp lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass57,837 miles (+103)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    57,837 miles
    Test number
    748100259176
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Reverse lamp lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail57,734 miles (+8,957)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,734 miles
    Test number
    344511998189
    • MajorFront Lower Windscreen in an unacceptable condition Cracked (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SIll (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced top side of sill /bottom of piller (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Reverse lamp lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass48,777 miles (+11,076)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    48,777 miles
    Test number
    635084297611
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Reverse lamp lens missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass37,701 miles (+3,811)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    37,701 miles
    Test number
    791438285216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass33,890 miles (+1,795)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    33,890 miles
    Test number
    658658513393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass32,095 miles (+1,399)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    32,095 miles
    Test number
    121551071373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass30,696 miles (+1,765)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    30,696 miles
    Test number
    810458499833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass28,931 miles (+2,234)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    28,931 miles
    Test number
    301325269384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass26,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    26,697 miles
    Test number
    946773977782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail26,697 miles (+2,146)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,697 miles
    Test number
    767801540183
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass24,551 miles (+2,963)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    24,551 miles
    Test number
    407929191154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,588 miles (+1,544)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    21,588 miles
    Test number
    957871585117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail20,044 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,044 miles
    Test number
    308416114275
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass20,044 miles (+1,427)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    20,044 miles
    Test number
    585366814293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,617 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    18,617 miles
    Test number
    605857213225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,164 miles (+978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    17,164 miles
    Test number
    396019712220
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass16,186 miles (+405)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    16,186 miles
    Test number
    896949031317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,781 miles (+1,614)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    15,781 miles
    Test number
    425741611272
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  20. Pass14,167 miles (+1,965)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    14,167 miles
    Test number
    242101610234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,202 miles (+1,804)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    12,202 miles
    Test number
    830392119295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,398 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    10,398 miles
    Test number
    232133118277
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear wiper blades smearing

  23. Fail10,398 miles (+1,808)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,398 miles
    Test number
    402443418206
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear wiper blades smearing

  24. Pass8,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    8,590 miles
    Test number
    122264317277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail8,590 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,590 miles
    Test number
    310734717487
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LO04 HDJ

Does LO04 HDJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO04 HDJ expired on 23 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO04 HDJ?
The MOT on LO04 HDJ expired on 23 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO04 HDJ done?
LO04 HDJ was recorded at 64,843 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2025, an average of 3,131 miles a year.
Has LO04 HDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 HDJ has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LO04 HDJ 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 LO04 HDJ find?
LO04 HDJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear reverse lamp lens missing; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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