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Red · Diesel · 2014 · 1,499 cc

LS12 ARTMOT history

LS12 ART is a red diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 24 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 126,370 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

LS12 ART red Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 May 2027
Mileage
126,370 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,017 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 ART
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
30 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 ART was last recorded at 126,370 miles on 21 May 2026, 11,007 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,363 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
11,007 miles
Average per year
10,017 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,370 miles
  • 2025 – 115,363 miles
  • 2024 – 112,844 miles
  • 2023 – 112,359 miles
  • 2022 – 103,493 miles
  • 2021 – 88,330 miles
  • 2020 – 77,291 miles
  • 2019 – 61,175 miles
  • 2018 – 48,404 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,370 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small cut not

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 8 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,370 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2027
    Odometer
    126,370 miles
    Test number
    443890539265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail126,370 miles (+11,007)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,370 miles
    Test number
    571911733300
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass115,363 miles (+32)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2026
    Odometer
    115,363 miles
    Test number
    392407041798
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail115,331 miles (+2,487)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,331 miles
    Test number
    576645300543
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 0.7m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass112,844 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    112,844 miles
    Test number
    786162301947
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small cut not (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail112,844 miles (+485)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,844 miles
    Test number
    932187252308
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small cut not (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass112,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    112,359 miles
    Test number
    702132540369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail112,359 miles (+8,866)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,359 miles
    Test number
    325230703386
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass103,493 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    103,493 miles
    Test number
    545000311438
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Fail103,493 miles (+15,163)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,493 miles
    Test number
    250832882646
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass88,330 miles (+11,039)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    88,330 miles
    Test number
    685182101585
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  12. Pass77,291 miles (+16,116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    77,291 miles
    Test number
    732533664814
    • AdvisoryRear Backbox corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  13. Pass61,175 miles (+12,771)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    61,175 miles
    Test number
    496422950290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,404 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    48,404 miles
    Test number
    166367438297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LS12 ART

Does LS12 ART currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 ART is valid until 24 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 ART?
The MOT on LS12 ART is valid until 24 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 ART done?
LS12 ART was recorded at 126,370 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 10,017 miles a year.
Has LS12 ART ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 ART has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 ART 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 LS12 ART find?
LS12 ART passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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