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Ford KA

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,599 cc

LS55 DMEMOT history

LS55 DME is a silver petrol Ford KA first used on 23 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 66,327 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

LS55 DME silver Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
66,327 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 DME
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,599 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 DME was last recorded at 66,327 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,327 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,327 miles
  • 2025 – 65,967 miles
  • 2023 – 63,111 miles
  • 2022 – 59,260 miles
  • 2021 – 51,210 miles
  • 2020 – 46,275 miles
  • 2019 – 43,845 miles
  • 2018 – 40,822 miles
  • 2017 – 40,416 miles
  • 2016 – 39,884 miles
  • 2015 – 39,477 miles
  • 2014 – 38,001 miles
  • 2013 – 34,730 miles
  • 2012 – 28,297 miles
  • 2011 – 23,769 miles
  • 2010 – 20,054 miles
  • 2009 – 16,603 miles
  • 2008 – 13,514 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,327 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,327 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    66,327 miles
    Test number
    973824201918
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail66,327 miles (+360)2 major2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,327 miles
    Test number
    325611427692
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass65,967 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    65,967 miles
    Test number
    298598786895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail65,966 miles (+2,855)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,966 miles
    Test number
    757992477139
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose movement in exhaust system due to flexi pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass63,111 miles (+3,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    63,111 miles
    Test number
    174521920078
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass59,260 miles (+8,050)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    59,260 miles
    Test number
    944369313781
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front wearing thin (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mounting (5.3.2 (c))
  7. Pass51,210 miles (+4,935)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    51,210 miles
    Test number
    511896582702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass46,275 miles (+2,430)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    46,275 miles
    Test number
    282603931109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass43,845 miles (+3,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    43,845 miles
    Test number
    430739509824
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass40,822 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    40,822 miles
    Test number
    593317837552
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  11. Fail40,814 miles (+398)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,814 miles
    Test number
    543330687418
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  12. Pass40,416 miles (+532)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    40,416 miles
    Test number
    446406562643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,884 miles (+407)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    39,884 miles
    Test number
    104699837076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  14. Pass39,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    39,477 miles
    Test number
    317428759233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail39,477 miles (+1,476)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,477 miles
    Test number
    684610264474
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  16. Pass38,001 miles (+3,271)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    38,001 miles
    Test number
    488117454347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,730 miles (+6,433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    34,730 miles
    Test number
    185309533362
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass28,297 miles (+4,528)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    28,297 miles
    Test number
    849195252353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass23,769 miles (+3,715)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    23,769 miles
    Test number
    498995451329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,054 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    20,054 miles
    Test number
    241415650372
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Fail20,054 miles (+3,451)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,054 miles
    Test number
    231725250317
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass16,603 miles (+3,089)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    16,603 miles
    Test number
    892545259335
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass13,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    13,514 miles
    Test number
    892167658345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 DME

Does LS55 DME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 DME is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 DME?
The MOT on LS55 DME is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 DME done?
LS55 DME was recorded at 66,327 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 3,067 miles a year.
Has LS55 DME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 DME has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 DME 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 LS55 DME find?
LS55 DME passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust heat shield loose; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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