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Ford KA

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,242 cc

LP16 OBSMOT history

LP16 OBS is a black petrol Ford KA first used on 30 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 68,939 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

LP16 OBS black Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
68,939 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP16 OBS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP16 OBS was last recorded at 68,939 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 4,007 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,932 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,007 miles
Average per year
7,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,939 miles
  • 2025 – 64,932 miles
  • 2024 – 57,906 miles
  • 2023 – 49,944 miles
  • 2022 – 43,218 miles
  • 2021 – 33,970 miles
  • 2020 – 26,649 miles
  • 2019 – 19,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,939 miles

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 Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • TPMS on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 31 Oct 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,939 miles (+4,007)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    68,939 miles
    Test number
    243343812819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass64,932 miles (+7,026)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    64,932 miles
    Test number
    122233641880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass57,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    57,906 miles
    Test number
    903327270669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass57,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    57,906 miles
    Test number
    748206331554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail57,906 miles (+7,962)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,906 miles
    Test number
    224476542950
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass49,944 miles (+6,726)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    49,944 miles
    Test number
    280562812480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass43,218 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    43,218 miles
    Test number
    332822350857
    • AdvisoryTPMS on

  8. Fail43,178 miles (+9,208)2 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,178 miles
    Test number
    458033020100
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS on

  9. Pass33,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    33,970 miles
    Test number
    550491912024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail33,970 miles (+7,321)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,970 miles
    Test number
    215573243978
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass26,649 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    26,649 miles
    Test number
    709125355470
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryT P M S LIGHT ON

  12. Fail26,649 miles (+7,588)2 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,649 miles
    Test number
    100838585972
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryT P M S LIGHT ON

  13. Pass19,061 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    19,061 miles
    Test number
    280444025191
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail19,061 miles2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,061 miles
    Test number
    505059538518
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Questions about LP16 OBS

Does LP16 OBS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP16 OBS is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP16 OBS?
The MOT on LP16 OBS is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP16 OBS done?
LP16 OBS was recorded at 68,939 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 7,167 miles a year.
Has LP16 OBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP16 OBS has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LP16 OBS 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 LP16 OBS find?
LP16 OBS passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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