Ford logo

Ford KA

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

LT12 SBXMOT history

LT12 SBX is a red petrol Ford KA first used on 25 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 54,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

LT12 SBX red Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
54,544 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,721 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LT12 SBX in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 SBX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
25 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 SBX was last recorded at 54,544 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 2,394 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,150 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,394 miles
Average per year
3,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,544 miles
  • 2025 – 52,150 miles
  • 2024 – 49,507 miles
  • 2023 – 47,935 miles
  • 2022 – 46,347 miles
  • 2021 – 45,353 miles
  • 2020 – 45,047 miles
  • 2019 – 37,386 miles
  • 2018 – 29,137 miles
  • 2017 – 20,548 miles
  • 2016 – 16,703 miles
  • 2015 – 13,335 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,544 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 13 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,544 miles (+2,394)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    54,544 miles
    Test number
    654861110068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass52,150 miles (+2,643)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    52,150 miles
    Test number
    218398132223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass49,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    49,507 miles
    Test number
    526545351725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail49,506 miles (+1,571)2 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,506 miles
    Test number
    641097587711
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure WALL TO TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure WALL TO TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases SILENCER (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass47,935 miles (+1,588)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    47,935 miles
    Test number
    225821759128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass46,347 miles (+994)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    46,347 miles
    Test number
    933158093669
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass45,353 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    45,353 miles
    Test number
    420464132802
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox noise
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper does not clear windscreen effectively
  8. Fail45,349 miles (+302)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,349 miles
    Test number
    905249458118
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox noise
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper does not clear windscreen effectively
  9. Pass45,047 miles (+7,661)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    45,047 miles
    Test number
    507396681159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,386 miles (+8,249)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    37,386 miles
    Test number
    597092775049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass29,137 miles (+8,589)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    29,137 miles
    Test number
    889247856236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass20,548 miles (+3,845)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    20,548 miles
    Test number
    159242851270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass16,703 miles (+3,368)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    16,703 miles
    Test number
    857457059543
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox
  14. Pass13,335 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    13,335 miles
    Test number
    695884665139
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about LT12 SBX

Does LT12 SBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 SBX is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 SBX?
The MOT on LT12 SBX is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 SBX done?
LT12 SBX was recorded at 54,544 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 3,721 miles a year.
Has LT12 SBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 SBX has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LT12 SBX 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 LT12 SBX find?
LT12 SBX passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 2 more.

Browse all LT12S registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.