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Ford KA

Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 1,242 cc

LS61 LFTMOT history

LS61 LFT is a silver petrol Ford KA first used on 27 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 88,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

LS61 LFT silver Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
88,805 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,348 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 LFT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
27 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 LFT was last recorded at 88,805 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 16,705 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,100 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
16,705 miles
Average per year
6,348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,805 miles
  • 2025 – 72,100 miles
  • 2024 – 58,388 miles
  • 2023 – 57,127 miles
  • 2022 – 53,948 miles
  • 2021 – 45,239 miles
  • 2020 – 40,829 miles
  • 2019 – 37,850 miles
  • 2018 – 30,951 miles
  • 2017 – 24,262 miles
  • 2016 – 22,326 miles
  • 2015 – 18,360 miles
  • 2014 – 12,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,805 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront crossmember underneath radiator corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft oil seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 and rear exhaust joints leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,805 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    88,805 miles
    Test number
    561595162785
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember underneath radiator corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft oil seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail88,805 miles (+16,705)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,805 miles
    Test number
    944341221749
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember underneath radiator corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft oil seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,100 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    72,100 miles
    Test number
    129752339519
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox Seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail72,100 miles (+13,712)2 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,100 miles
    Test number
    825598582086
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox Seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass58,388 miles (+1,261)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    58,388 miles
    Test number
    620086990248
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass57,127 miles (+3,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    57,127 miles
    Test number
    348912082481
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass53,948 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    53,948 miles
    Test number
    390004070900
    • AdvisoryFront and rear exhaust joints leaking

  8. Fail53,946 miles (+8,707)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,946 miles
    Test number
    232095106538
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear exhaust joints leaking

  9. Pass45,239 miles (+4,410)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    45,239 miles
    Test number
    173341450772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass40,829 miles (+2,979)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    40,829 miles
    Test number
    279016489121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass37,850 miles (+179)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    37,850 miles
    Test number
    945995969630
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail37,671 miles (+6,720)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,671 miles
    Test number
    976339482528
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick outer pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear seat / belt not inspected, as seat folded and boot full

  13. Pass30,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    30,951 miles
    Test number
    453569392264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail30,951 miles (+6,689)4 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,951 miles
    Test number
    356419274539
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass24,262 miles (+1,936)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    24,262 miles
    Test number
    653228996121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,326 miles (+3,966)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    22,326 miles
    Test number
    881997877433
    • AdvisoryAdvise front to rear brake pipe damaged/bent.
    • AdvisoryAdvise n/s/f tyre worn close to the legal limit and side walls perishing/cracking
    • AdvisoryAdvise n/s/r outer tyre wall perished
    • AdvisoryAdvise o/s/f tyre worn close to the legal limit and side walls perishing/cracking
    • AdvisoryAdvise radiator cooling fan rubbing on radiator when spinning (radiator's damaged)

  17. Pass18,360 miles (+6,352)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    18,360 miles
    Test number
    978433905220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    12,008 miles
    Test number
    766478624280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 LFT

Does LS61 LFT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 LFT is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 LFT?
The MOT on LS61 LFT is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 LFT done?
LS61 LFT was recorded at 88,805 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 6,348 miles a year.
Has LS61 LFT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 LFT has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 LFT 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 LS61 LFT find?
LS61 LFT passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp reflector slightly defective; front crossmember underneath radiator corroded, and 2 more.

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