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Ford KA

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,299 cc

LS55 SOHMOT history

LS55 SOH is a blue petrol Ford KA first used on 12 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 28,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

LS55 SOH blue Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
28,842 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 SOH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 SOH was last recorded at 28,842 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Mar 2020: 23,525 miles, lower than 24,740 miles on 6 Mar 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
28,729 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
113 miles
Average per year
1,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 28,842 miles
  • 2025 – 26,053 miles
  • 2024 – 25,918 miles
  • 2023 – 25,465 miles
  • 2022 – 24,782 miles
  • 2021 – 24,055 miles
  • 2020 – 23,525 miles
  • 2019 – 24,740 miles
  • 2018 – 21,769 miles
  • 2017 – 20,294 miles
  • 2016 – 19,103 miles
  • 2015 – 17,424 miles
  • 2014 – 15,569 miles
  • 2013 – 14,233 miles
  • 2012 – 12,542 miles
  • 2011 – 11,087 miles
  • 2010 – 9,884 miles
  • 2008 – 9,005 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,842 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting areas corroded at inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at inner wheel arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting areas corroded at inner sill (5.3.6 (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.

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 12 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,842 miles (+113)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    28,842 miles
    Test number
    447312743548
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting areas corroded at inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at inner wheel arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting areas corroded at inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail28,729 miles (+2,676)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,729 miles
    Test number
    775533151753
    • MajorNearside Front Steering locking device missing split pin at track rod end castellated nut is missing (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mounting areas corroded at inner wheel arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mounting areas corroded at inner wheel arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting areas corroded at inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at inner wheel arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting areas corroded at inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass26,053 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    26,053 miles
    Test number
    551714279623
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail26,052 miles (+134)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,052 miles
    Test number
    911919801634
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass25,918 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    25,918 miles
    Test number
    534991142648
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail25,918 miles (+453)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,918 miles
    Test number
    404861076147
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass25,465 miles (+683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    25,465 miles
    Test number
    662786012259
    • 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))

  8. Pass24,782 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    24,782 miles
    Test number
    477880376587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Top mounting slight play

  9. Fail24,782 miles (+727)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,782 miles
    Test number
    541215049775
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Top mounting slight play

  10. Pass24,055 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    24,055 miles
    Test number
    549059278201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail24,055 miles (+530)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,055 miles
    Test number
    981110814584
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass23,525 miles (-1,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    23,525 miles
    Test number
    943198589413
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass24,740 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    24,740 miles
    Test number
    784603744933
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail24,740 miles (+2,971)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,740 miles
    Test number
    238597575911
    • Repaired at testBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass21,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    21,769 miles
    Test number
    357731244378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,764 miles (+1,470)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,764 miles
    Test number
    821591939195
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass20,294 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    20,294 miles
    Test number
    471602474072
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly both nearside and offside rear (2.5.B.1b)

  18. Fail20,294 miles (+1,191)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,294 miles
    Test number
    664033045926
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly both nearside and offside rear (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant is low

  19. Pass19,103 miles (+1,679)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    19,103 miles
    Test number
    249995195388
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly both nearside and offside rear (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front door mirror insecure

  20. Pass17,424 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    17,424 miles
    Test number
    186604725016
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Fail17,424 miles (+1,855)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,424 miles
    Test number
    827604225055
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  22. Pass15,569 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    15,569 miles
    Test number
    399710224029
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Fail15,569 miles (+1,336)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,569 miles
    Test number
    659858414039
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Pass14,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    14,233 miles
    Test number
    995168213040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail14,233 miles (+1,691)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,233 miles
    Test number
    426818613021
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  26. Pass12,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    12,542 miles
    Test number
    507985102090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail12,542 miles (+1,455)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,542 miles
    Test number
    188665902096
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  28. Pass11,087 miles (+1,203)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    11,087 miles
    Test number
    577501111042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail9,884 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,884 miles
    Test number
    803816720009
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  30. Pass9,884 miles (+879)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    9,884 miles
    Test number
    902666420063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass9,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    9,005 miles
    Test number
    954067748394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 SOH

Does LS55 SOH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 SOH is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 SOH?
The MOT on LS55 SOH is valid until 11 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 SOH done?
LS55 SOH was recorded at 28,842 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 1,153 miles a year.
Has LS55 SOH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 SOH has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 SOH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Mar 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS55 SOH find?
LS55 SOH passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 8 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at inner sill; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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