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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LP61 BDFMOT history

LP61 BDF is a blue diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 12 Jan 2012. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 269,023 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2025.

LP61 BDF blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2026
Mileage
269,023 km
At MOT on 9 Sept 2025
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,105 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 BDF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 BDF was last recorded at 269,023 km on 9 Sept 2025, 5 km more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
269,018 km · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5 km
Average per year
10,105 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 269,023 km
  • 2024 – 258,382 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass269,023 km
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Central Front Exhaust flexible system deteriorated.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass269,023 km (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    269,023 km
    Test number
    516163546216
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail269,018 km (+10,636)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,018 km
    Test number
    271731101117
    • MajorAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn 2 x rears (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass258,382 km (+10)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    258,382 km
    Test number
    993633817515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail258,372 km2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,372 km
    Test number
    760366929046
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation slow to react giving 28% operational imbalance across front (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

  5. Pass149,846 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    149,846 miles
    Test number
    289916956667
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust flexible system deteriorated.

  6. Fail149,829 miles (+5,806)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,829 miles
    Test number
    205025790961
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Severe cracking, chords exposed. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust flexible system deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass144,023 miles (+5,917)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    144,023 miles
    Test number
    639646172664
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass138,106 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    138,106 miles
    Test number
    246560079193
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail138,105 miles (+8,274)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,105 miles
    Test number
    993155518039
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements and rear (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass129,831 miles (+5,931)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    129,831 miles
    Test number
    946807077116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass123,900 miles (+8,056)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    123,900 miles
    Test number
    798714077248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,844 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    115,844 miles
    Test number
    559413829642
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail115,840 miles (+19,237)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,840 miles
    Test number
    187913201158
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass96,603 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    96,603 miles
    Test number
    434274260035
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing low on outer edges

  15. Fail96,603 miles (+20,895)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,603 miles
    Test number
    933533690348
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing low on outer edges

  16. Pass75,708 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    75,708 miles
    Test number
    236431134366
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LP61 BDF

Does LP61 BDF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP61 BDF expired on 8 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP61 BDF?
The MOT on LP61 BDF expired on 8 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP61 BDF done?
LP61 BDF was recorded at 269,023 km at its MOT on 9 Sept 2025, an average of 10,105 km a year.
Has LP61 BDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 BDF has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LP61 BDF 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 LP61 BDF find?
LP61 BDF passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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