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Ford KA

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

LP61 HPCMOT history

LP61 HPC is a red petrol Ford KA first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 86,416 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

LP61 HPC red Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
86,416 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 HPC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 HPC was last recorded at 86,416 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 2,985 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,431 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,985 miles
Average per year
5,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,416 miles
  • 2025 – 83,431 miles
  • 2024 – 78,728 miles
  • 2023 – 75,149 miles
  • 2022 – 73,973 miles
  • 2021 – 72,532 miles
  • 2020 – 70,202 miles
  • 2019 – 63,784 miles
  • 2018 – 56,064 miles
  • 2017 – 47,181 miles
  • 2016 – 35,795 miles
  • 2015 – 27,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,416 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 tyre worn out on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front tyre completely worn out on inner edge ,advise renewing 175/65/14

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 31 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,416 miles (+2,985)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    86,416 miles
    Test number
    276236737229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass83,431 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    83,431 miles
    Test number
    325708387364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail83,429 miles (+4,701)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,429 miles
    Test number
    823025556653
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass78,728 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,728 miles
    Test number
    310799879274
    • DangerousOffside Front tyre completely worn out on inner edge ,advise renewing 175/65/14
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn out on inner edge

  5. Fail78,728 miles (+3,579)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,728 miles
    Test number
    346871259863
    • DangerousOffside Front tyre completely worn out on inner edge ,advise renewing 175/65/14
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessively blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn out on inner edge

  6. Pass75,149 miles (+1,176)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    75,149 miles
    Test number
    953782124997
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Hazard warning tell-tale inoperative half working ( temperamental ) (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative temperamental (4.9.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass73,973 miles (+1,441)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,973 miles
    Test number
    292760113913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    72,532 miles
    Test number
    260051757786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,532 miles (+2,330)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,532 miles
    Test number
    391298407528
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

  10. Pass70,202 miles (+6,418)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,202 miles
    Test number
    884858160277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,784 miles (+7,720)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    63,784 miles
    Test number
    930202602213
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  12. Pass56,064 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    56,064 miles
    Test number
    443236712385
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  13. Fail56,064 miles (+8,883)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,064 miles
    Test number
    214398069671
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  14. Pass47,181 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    47,181 miles
    Test number
    484387653277
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly blowing and in poor condition

  15. Fail47,181 miles (+11,386)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,181 miles
    Test number
    253718736822
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges and low
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly blowing and in poor condition

  16. Pass35,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    35,795 miles
    Test number
    392954046787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail35,795 miles (+8,372)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,795 miles
    Test number
    823533074496
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass27,423 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    27,423 miles
    Test number
    668831735081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting low

  19. Fail27,423 miles1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,423 miles
    Test number
    718991335077
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting low

Questions about LP61 HPC

Does LP61 HPC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 HPC is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP61 HPC?
The MOT on LP61 HPC is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 HPC done?
LP61 HPC was recorded at 86,416 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 5,379 miles a year.
Has LP61 HPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 HPC has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LP61 HPC 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 HPC find?
LP61 HPC passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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