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Ford KA

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,299 cc

LS51 JVNMOT history

LS51 JVN is a blue petrol Ford KA first used on 27 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 41,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2025.

LS51 JVN blue Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2026
Mileage
41,863 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2025
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,572 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 JVN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 JVN was last recorded at 41,863 miles on 19 Sept 2025, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,788 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
1,572 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 41,863 miles
  • 2024 – 40,801 miles
  • 2023 – 40,128 miles
  • 2022 – 39,131 miles
  • 2021 – 38,177 miles
  • 2020 – 37,749 miles
  • 2019 – 37,469 miles
  • 2018 – 36,828 miles
  • 2017 – 36,053 miles
  • 2016 – 35,097 miles
  • 2015 – 34,494 miles
  • 2014 – 33,729 miles
  • 2013 – 32,672 miles
  • 2012 – 30,987 miles
  • 2011 – 28,802 miles
  • 2010 – 26,945 miles
  • 2009 – 24,042 miles
  • 2008 – 21,858 miles
  • 2007 – 19,625 miles
  • 2006 – 16,526 miles
  • 2005 – 10,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,863 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres are perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Spare tyre defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,863 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    41,863 miles
    Test number
    246723423344
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres are perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail41,788 miles (+987)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,788 miles
    Test number
    775817548796
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner rear door sill holed and corroded within 30cms of rear axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres are perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass40,801 miles (+673)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    40,801 miles
    Test number
    914558954062
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Spare tyre defective
  4. Pass40,128 miles (+997)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    40,128 miles
    Test number
    129318294854
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Spare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass39,131 miles (+954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    39,131 miles
    Test number
    253346638017
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
  6. Pass38,177 miles (+428)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    38,177 miles
    Test number
    635188894462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass37,749 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    37,749 miles
    Test number
    760032183640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail37,742 miles (+273)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,742 miles
    Test number
    907225660575
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass37,469 miles (+641)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    37,469 miles
    Test number
    590965652797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass36,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    36,828 miles
    Test number
    368031698778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail36,828 miles (+775)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,828 miles
    Test number
    516018856747
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  12. Pass36,053 miles (+956)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    36,053 miles
    Test number
    614035374362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    35,097 miles
    Test number
    359561340349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail35,097 miles (+603)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,097 miles
    Test number
    840943511148
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  15. Pass34,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    34,494 miles
    Test number
    570660030957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail34,494 miles (+765)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,494 miles
    Test number
    942852423603
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass33,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    33,729 miles
    Test number
    396638654211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail33,729 miles (+1,057)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,729 miles
    Test number
    737888854228
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  19. Pass32,672 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    32,672 miles
    Test number
    346351663478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  20. Fail32,641 miles (+1,654)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,641 miles
    Test number
    485439953240
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass30,987 miles (+2,185)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    30,987 miles
    Test number
    997535672292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,802 miles (+1,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    28,802 miles
    Test number
    359665551438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  23. Pass26,945 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    26,945 miles
    Test number
    302253860216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  24. Fail26,945 miles (+2,903)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,945 miles
    Test number
    814513360236
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  25. Pass24,042 miles (+2,184)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    24,042 miles
    Test number
    962187059212
    • NoteAdvise parking brake lever travel excessive
  26. Pass21,858 miles (+2,233)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    21,858 miles
    Test number
    264544278233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,625 miles (+3,099)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    19,625 miles
    Test number
    292681687249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass16,526 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    16,526 miles
    Test number
    850492286235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail16,452 miles (+5,977)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,452 miles
    Test number
    141665276297
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  30. Pass10,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    10,475 miles
    Test number
    593986175247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 JVN

Does LS51 JVN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 JVN expired on 11 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 JVN?
The MOT on LS51 JVN expired on 11 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 JVN done?
LS51 JVN was recorded at 41,863 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2025, an average of 1,572 miles a year.
Has LS51 JVN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 JVN has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LS51 JVN 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 LS51 JVN find?
LS51 JVN passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres are perished.

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