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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,242 cc

LR08 XETMOT history

LR08 XET is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 7 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 96,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

LR08 XET red Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
96,660 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,486 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 XET
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 XET was last recorded at 96,660 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 2,893 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
93,767 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,893 miles
Average per year
5,486 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,660 miles
  • 2025 – 93,767 miles
  • 2024 – 88,879 miles
  • 2023 – 85,428 miles
  • 2022 – 80,859 miles
  • 2021 – 75,489 miles
  • 2020 – 71,776 miles
  • 2019 – 65,549 miles
  • 2018 – 60,492 miles
  • 2017 – 55,001 miles
  • 2016 – 49,996 miles
  • 2015 – 44,105 miles
  • 2014 – 35,213 miles
  • 2013 – 28,714 miles
  • 2012 – 21,013 miles
  • 2011 – 14,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,660 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,660 miles (+2,893)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    96,660 miles
    Test number
    105120623754
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass93,767 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    93,767 miles
    Test number
    709567344407
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail93,767 miles (+4,888)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,767 miles
    Test number
    967549307145
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass88,879 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    88,879 miles
    Test number
    265843717108
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail88,878 miles (+3,450)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,878 miles
    Test number
    839415772527
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass85,428 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    85,428 miles
    Test number
    188172857292
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail85,428 miles (+4,569)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,428 miles
    Test number
    602399868832
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass80,859 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    80,859 miles
    Test number
    777191638186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Fail80,859 miles (+5,370)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,859 miles
    Test number
    257848184551
    • MajorExhaust system insecure backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass75,489 miles (+3,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    75,489 miles
    Test number
    660345752749
    • 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))
  11. Pass71,776 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    71,776 miles
    Test number
    745723827560
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Fail71,776 miles (+6,227)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,776 miles
    Test number
    603164733915
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  13. Pass65,549 miles (+5,057)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    65,549 miles
    Test number
    318724125605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,492 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    60,492 miles
    Test number
    612166938510
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
  15. Fail60,492 miles (+5,491)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,492 miles
    Test number
    200458218444
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
  16. Pass55,001 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    55,001 miles
    Test number
    820355994713
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Fail55,001 miles (+5,005)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,001 miles
    Test number
    930067279322
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass49,996 miles (+5,891)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    49,996 miles
    Test number
    945534298085
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing inner edge
  19. Pass44,105 miles (+8,892)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,105 miles
    Test number
    428077895095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,213 miles (+6,499)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    35,213 miles
    Test number
    177482694057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,714 miles (+7,701)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    28,714 miles
    Test number
    578914573074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,013 miles (+6,683)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    21,013 miles
    Test number
    769932182090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    14,330 miles
    Test number
    966955091082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 XET

Does LR08 XET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 XET is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 XET?
The MOT on LR08 XET is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 XET done?
LR08 XET was recorded at 96,660 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 5,486 miles a year.
Has LR08 XET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 XET has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 XET 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 LR08 XET find?
LR08 XET passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 3 more.

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