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Ford KA

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,299 cc

LS54 FTAMOT history

LS54 FTA is a red petrol Ford KA first used on 30 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 52,354 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

LS54 FTA red Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
52,354 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 FTA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 FTA was last recorded at 52,354 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,351 miles · 25 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,354 miles
  • 2025 – 52,034 miles
  • 2024 – 52,030 miles
  • 2023 – 50,141 miles
  • 2022 – 47,379 miles
  • 2021 – 46,056 miles
  • 2020 – 44,521 miles
  • 2019 – 43,379 miles
  • 2018 – 38,587 miles
  • 2017 – 35,993 miles
  • 2016 – 35,643 miles
  • 2015 – 29,935 miles
  • 2014 – 22,208 miles
  • 2013 – 16,050 miles
  • 2012 – 6,369 miles
  • 2011 – 6,323 miles
  • 2009 – 6,023 miles
  • 2008 – 5,319 miles
  • 2007 – 4,074 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,354 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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,354 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    52,354 miles
    Test number
    977886830488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail52,351 miles (+317)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,351 miles
    Test number
    132425347412
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass52,034 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    52,034 miles
    Test number
    766901610514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail52,030 miles (+1,889)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,030 miles
    Test number
    243609247230
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill, marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Pass50,141 miles (+2,762)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    50,141 miles
    Test number
    273384212783
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass47,379 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    47,379 miles
    Test number
    931927312070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail47,376 miles (+1,320)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,376 miles
    Test number
    325263726879
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill, marked yellow (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass46,056 miles (+1,535)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    46,056 miles
    Test number
    343668105822
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass44,521 miles (+1,142)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    44,521 miles
    Test number
    950580057540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,379 miles (+4,792)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    43,379 miles
    Test number
    297098164336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,587 miles (+2,594)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    38,587 miles
    Test number
    908850971043
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass35,993 miles (+350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    35,993 miles
    Test number
    149055426947
    • 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)

  13. Pass35,643 miles (+5,708)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    35,643 miles
    Test number
    288106265482
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion

  14. Pass29,935 miles (+7,727)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    29,935 miles
    Test number
    279839096296
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre perrished and wearing on inner and outer edges

  15. Pass22,208 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    22,208 miles
    Test number
    367750264488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail22,126 miles (+6,076)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,126 miles
    Test number
    169724554298
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  17. Pass16,050 miles (+9,681)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    16,050 miles
    Test number
    655099053239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass6,369 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    6,369 miles
    Test number
    495533262292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass6,323 miles (+300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    6,323 miles
    Test number
    459746561184
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass6,023 miles (+704)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    6,023 miles
    Test number
    401187019423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass5,319 miles (+1,245)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    5,319 miles
    Test number
    443795018432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass4,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    4,074 miles
    Test number
    492684427422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS54 FTA

Does LS54 FTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS54 FTA is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS54 FTA?
The MOT on LS54 FTA is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS54 FTA done?
LS54 FTA was recorded at 52,354 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 2,582 miles a year.
Has LS54 FTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 FTA has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS54 FTA 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 LS54 FTA find?
LS54 FTA passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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