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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,388 cc

LO08 FTJMOT history

LO08 FTJ is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 131,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

LO08 FTJ black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
131,799 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 FTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 FTJ was last recorded at 131,799 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,799 miles · 3 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,799 miles
  • 2025 – 123,859 miles
  • 2024 – 114,046 miles
  • 2023 – 108,549 miles
  • 2022 – 101,729 miles
  • 2021 – 95,232 miles
  • 2020 – 90,482 miles
  • 2019 – 87,359 miles
  • 2018 – 84,476 miles
  • 2017 – 73,934 miles
  • 2016 – 66,961 miles
  • 2015 – 54,573 miles
  • 2014 – 40,936 miles
  • 2013 – 32,034 miles
  • 2012 – 20,703 miles
  • 2011 – 13,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,799 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,799 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    131,799 miles
    Test number
    502302019213
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail131,799 miles (+7,940)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,799 miles
    Test number
    262444310158
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass123,859 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    123,859 miles
    Test number
    127968580471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail123,859 miles (+9,813)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,859 miles
    Test number
    733931178651
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass114,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    114,046 miles
    Test number
    254428431492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail114,046 miles (+5,497)1 dangerous3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,046 miles
    Test number
    520698372048
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass108,549 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    108,549 miles
    Test number
    361568337455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail108,542 miles (+6,813)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,542 miles
    Test number
    456259188291
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass101,729 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    101,729 miles
    Test number
    375113569417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail101,716 miles (+6,484)1 dangerous1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,716 miles
    Test number
    279120844993
    • DangerousOffside Drive shaft bearing likely to break up (6.1.7 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass95,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    95,232 miles
    Test number
    587829292460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,232 miles (+4,750)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,232 miles
    Test number
    773573270616
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass90,482 miles (+3,123)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    90,482 miles
    Test number
    648918688554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,359 miles
    Test number
    657896010864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail87,359 miles (+2,883)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,359 miles
    Test number
    644528144266
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass84,476 miles (+10,542)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    84,476 miles
    Test number
    215202537663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,934 miles (+6,973)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    73,934 miles
    Test number
    154548868890
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  18. Pass66,961 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    66,961 miles
    Test number
    257725422352
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer seat belt stitching slightly frayed
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim both (4.2.A.1a)

  19. Fail66,961 miles (+12,388)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,961 miles
    Test number
    678856565288
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working N/S & O/S (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer seat belt stitching slightly frayed
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim both (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Pass54,573 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    54,573 miles
    Test number
    517758875122
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Fail54,573 miles (+13,637)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,573 miles
    Test number
    945238575138
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  22. Pass40,936 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    40,936 miles
    Test number
    975204574146
    • NoteCenter rear seat belt covered/not fitted at time of test

  23. Fail40,936 miles (+8,902)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,936 miles
    Test number
    736184074156
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NoteCenter rear seat belt covered/not fitted at time of test
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Pass32,034 miles (+11,331)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    32,034 miles
    Test number
    748309073139
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteAdvise o/s and n/s front tyres have some sidewall damage due to kirbing.

  25. Pass20,703 miles (+1)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    20,703 miles
    Test number
    817842682169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteCut in nearside rear tyre inner wall

  26. Fail20,702 miles (+7,071)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,702 miles
    Test number
    845141482117
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteCut in nearside rear tyre inner wall

  27. Pass13,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    13,631 miles
    Test number
    295085071434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO08 FTJ

Does LO08 FTJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 FTJ is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO08 FTJ?
The MOT on LO08 FTJ is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 FTJ done?
LO08 FTJ was recorded at 131,799 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 7,860 miles a year.
Has LO08 FTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 FTJ has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LO08 FTJ 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 LO08 FTJ find?
LO08 FTJ passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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