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Ford KA

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,299 cc

LU03 ARFMOT history

LU03 ARF is a silver petrol Ford KA first used on 22 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 46,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2022.

LU03 ARF silver Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2023
Mileage
46,678 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU03 ARF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU03 ARF was last recorded at 46,678 miles on 13 Jan 2022, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,668 miles · 10 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 46,678 miles
  • 2021 – 43,610 miles
  • 2019 – 41,217 miles
  • 2018 – 40,276 miles
  • 2017 – 39,489 miles
  • 2016 – 38,280 miles
  • 2014 – 35,691 miles
  • 2013 – 34,269 miles
  • 2012 – 32,845 miles
  • 2011 – 30,678 miles
  • 2010 – 27,935 miles
  • 2009 – 21,495 miles
  • 2008 – 18,968 miles
  • 2007 – 16,196 miles
  • 2006 – 14,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,678 miles
  • AdvisoryInner Sill corroededRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to limit (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Sill corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,678 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    46,678 miles
    Test number
    433598727365
    • AdvisoryInner Sill corroeded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail46,668 miles (+3,058)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,668 miles
    Test number
    579445886660
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInner Sill corroeded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass43,610 miles (+2,393)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    43,610 miles
    Test number
    391960332611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass41,217 miles (+941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    41,217 miles
    Test number
    974823861552
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass40,276 miles (+787)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    40,276 miles
    Test number
    700053593705
    • 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))

  6. Pass39,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    39,489 miles
    Test number
    704209859673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail39,489 miles (+1,209)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,489 miles
    Test number
    917333594077
    • FailureNearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureOffside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  8. Pass38,280 miles (+1,124)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    38,280 miles
    Test number
    505375437801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass37,156 miles (+1,465)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    37,156 miles
    Test number
    826744026290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass35,691 miles (+1,422)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    35,691 miles
    Test number
    945771224283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,269 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    34,269 miles
    Test number
    416218013257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail34,265 miles (+1,420)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,265 miles
    Test number
    488610313206
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass32,845 miles (+2,167)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    32,845 miles
    Test number
    667109012299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    30,678 miles
    Test number
    106540531238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail30,678 miles (+2,743)1 dangerous2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,678 miles
    Test number
    635819021250
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSpare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSpare wheel missing
    • NoteTrack rod end locking pins missing

  16. Pass27,935 miles (+6,440)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    27,935 miles
    Test number
    971428010217
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall cracking

  17. Pass21,495 miles (+2,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    21,495 miles
    Test number
    990670139228
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass18,968 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    18,968 miles
    Test number
    143314538251
    • NotePlay on front suspension leg top mounts

  19. Fail18,968 miles (+2,772)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,968 miles
    Test number
    192373538210
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NotePlay on front suspension leg top mounts

  20. Pass16,196 miles (+1,677)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    16,196 miles
    Test number
    803018327208
    • NotePLAY on front suspension leg top mmounts

  21. Pass14,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    14,519 miles
    Test number
    770859026277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LU03 ARF

Does LU03 ARF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LU03 ARF expired on 12 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LU03 ARF?
The MOT on LU03 ARF expired on 12 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LU03 ARF done?
LU03 ARF was recorded at 46,678 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2022, an average of 2,087 miles a year.
Has LU03 ARF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU03 ARF has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LU03 ARF 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 LU03 ARF find?
LU03 ARF passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2022 with 5 advisories: inner sill corroeded; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to limit, and 2 more.

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