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Ford Fiesta

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,242 cc

LS61 MBUMOT history

LS61 MBU is a white petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 29 Sept 2011. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 80,110 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

LS61 MBU white Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2026
Mileage
80,110 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,848 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 MBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS61 MBU was last recorded at 80,110 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 9,676 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,434 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,676 miles
Average per year
5,848 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,110 miles
  • 2025 – 70,434 miles
  • 2024 – 62,564 miles
  • 2023 – 53,892 miles
  • 2021 – 46,716 miles
  • 2020 – 42,335 miles
  • 2019 – 38,649 miles
  • 2018 – 29,224 miles
  • 2016 – 18,410 miles
  • 2015 – 14,450 miles
  • 2014 – 12,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail80,110 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail box join (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and slightly misshaped (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryHeat-shield at fuel tank insecure

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 19 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail80,110 miles (+9,676)14 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,110 miles
    Test number
    929236917062
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail box join (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and slightly misshaped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeat-shield at fuel tank insecure

  2. Pass70,434 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    70,434 miles
    Test number
    984599153810
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail70,434 miles (+7,870)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,434 miles
    Test number
    748365691010
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass62,564 miles (+8,672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    62,564 miles
    Test number
    927529377711
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tail Light Cover Cracked
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both Front and Rear (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass53,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    53,892 miles
    Test number
    834851422179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail53,892 miles (+7,176)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,892 miles
    Test number
    516536235242
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass46,716 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    46,716 miles
    Test number
    312344058660
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn both rear axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail46,716 miles (+4,381)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,716 miles
    Test number
    577666365353
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn both rear axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass42,335 miles (+3,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    42,335 miles
    Test number
    610889415635
    • AdvisorySlight bend at N/S/R wheel, at inner rim area

  10. Pass38,649 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    38,649 miles
    Test number
    741164420119
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Fail38,649 miles (+9,425)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,649 miles
    Test number
    762123553235
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Pass29,224 miles (+10,814)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    29,224 miles
    Test number
    283833558852
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs very worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad very worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad very worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre very perished in tread

  13. Pass18,410 miles (+3,960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    18,410 miles
    Test number
    105011392042
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass14,450 miles (+1,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    14,450 miles
    Test number
    134001197310
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass12,981 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    12,981 miles
    Test number
    416552364222
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

Questions about LS61 MBU

Does LS61 MBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS61 MBU expired on 8 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS61 MBU?
The MOT on LS61 MBU expired on 8 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS61 MBU done?
LS61 MBU was recorded at 80,110 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 5,848 miles a year.
Has LS61 MBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 MBU has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 MBU 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 MBU find?
LS61 MBU failed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 14 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: emissions unable to be completed due to major exhaust leak; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail box join; front service brake excessively fluctuating, and 21 more.

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