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Ford Fiesta

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,388 cc

LR03 VSTMOT history

LR03 VST is a green petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 28 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 113,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

LR03 VST green Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
113,376 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 VST
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 VST was last recorded at 113,376 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 4,933 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 May 2011: 30,684 miles, lower than 52,767 miles on 28 May 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
108,443 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,933 miles
Average per year
5,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,376 miles
  • 2025 – 108,443 miles
  • 2024 – 98,532 miles
  • 2023 – 91,311 miles
  • 2022 – 86,281 miles
  • 2021 – 75,733 miles
  • 2020 – 68,337 miles
  • 2019 – 59,360 miles
  • 2018 – 54,332 miles
  • 2017 – 46,854 miles
  • 2016 – 40,885 miles
  • 2015 – 36,777 miles
  • 2014 – 34,469 miles
  • 2013 – 33,288 miles
  • 2012 – 32,366 miles
  • 2011 – 30,684 miles
  • 2010 – 52,767 miles
  • 2009 – 23,301 miles
  • 2008 – 19,520 miles
  • 2007 – 15,484 miles
  • 2006 – 11,387 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,376 miles
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Engine management lamp on (Not a fail for this age of vehicle)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Knock from steering

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,376 miles (+4,933)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    113,376 miles
    Test number
    230325279155
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass108,443 miles (+9,911)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    108,443 miles
    Test number
    856187459043
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main swing arm nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUpper Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass98,532 miles (+7,221)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    98,532 miles
    Test number
    906757291103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass91,311 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    91,311 miles
    Test number
    424890374551
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail91,311 miles (+5,030)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,311 miles
    Test number
    567895874498
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass86,281 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    86,281 miles
    Test number
    822698271234
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on (Not a fail for this age of vehicle)
    • AdvisoryKnock from steering

  7. Fail86,258 miles (+10,525)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,258 miles
    Test number
    530232505883
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on (Not a fail for this age of vehicle)
    • AdvisoryKnock from steering

  8. Pass75,733 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    75,733 miles
    Test number
    648625875645
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryKnocking noise from steering rack

  9. Fail75,731 miles (+7,394)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,731 miles
    Test number
    592117970892
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryKnocking noise from steering rack

  10. Pass68,337 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    68,337 miles
    Test number
    148804277113
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail68,337 miles (+8,977)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,337 miles
    Test number
    863892968322
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass59,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    59,360 miles
    Test number
    184086760187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,360 miles (+5,028)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,360 miles
    Test number
    827510385056
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass54,332 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    54,332 miles
    Test number
    658706067601
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Fail54,331 miles (+7,477)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,331 miles
    Test number
    136990546478
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine has a misfire
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp illuminated (Mot failure from May 2018)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass46,854 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    46,854 miles
    Test number
    867965466692
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Fail46,854 miles (+5,969)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,854 miles
    Test number
    447113945897
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working lamps (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass40,885 miles (+4,108)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    40,885 miles
    Test number
    428948229121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,777 miles (+2,308)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    36,777 miles
    Test number
    208759545104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,469 miles (+1,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    34,469 miles
    Test number
    669369934126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass33,288 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    33,288 miles
    Test number
    309500043165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres minor cracking outter wall

  22. Fail33,288 miles (+922)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,288 miles
    Test number
    566180643175
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres minor cracking outter wall

  23. Pass32,366 miles (+1,682)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    32,366 miles
    Test number
    656283242167
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass30,684 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    30,684 miles
    Test number
    745296041187
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres perishing & cracking

  25. Fail30,684 miles (-22,083)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,684 miles
    Test number
    988396941128
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres perishing & cracking

  26. Pass52,767 miles (+29,466)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    52,767 miles
    Test number
    214038340496
    • NoteBoth rear tyres minor cracking outter wall

  27. Pass23,301 miles (+3,781)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    23,301 miles
    Test number
    772416849129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass19,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    19,520 miles
    Test number
    230179648439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail19,520 miles (+4,036)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,520 miles
    Test number
    801389948127
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  30. Pass15,484 miles (+4,097)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    15,484 miles
    Test number
    340865147163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass11,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2007
    Odometer
    11,387 miles
    Test number
    824425046100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 VST

Does LR03 VST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR03 VST is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR03 VST?
The MOT on LR03 VST is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR03 VST done?
LR03 VST was recorded at 113,376 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 5,119 miles a year.
Has LR03 VST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 VST has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LR03 VST ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR03 VST find?
LR03 VST passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, and 4 more.

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