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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LX03 VLJMOT history

LX03 VLJ is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 91,824 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

LX03 VLJ black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
91,824 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,572 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX03 VLJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX03 VLJ was last recorded at 91,824 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,804 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
3,572 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,824 miles
  • 2025 – 90,630 miles
  • 2024 – 89,484 miles
  • 2023 – 88,471 miles
  • 2022 – 87,195 miles
  • 2021 – 82,955 miles
  • 2020 – 82,641 miles
  • 2019 – 80,684 miles
  • 2018 – 78,265 miles
  • 2017 – 75,640 miles
  • 2016 – 72,680 miles
  • 2015 – 65,637 miles
  • 2014 – 63,711 miles
  • 2013 – 61,779 miles
  • 2012 – 60,049 miles
  • 2011 – 57,284 miles
  • 2010 – 50,725 miles
  • 2009 – 41,818 miles
  • 2008 – 33,093 miles
  • 2007 – 25,749 miles
  • 2006 – 19,657 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,824 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,824 miles (+20)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    91,824 miles
    Test number
    936077154925
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail91,804 miles (+1,174)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,804 miles
    Test number
    690817315163
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass90,630 miles (+1,146)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    90,630 miles
    Test number
    949675811776
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just met requirements recommend inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass89,484 miles (+1,013)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    89,484 miles
    Test number
    922969657876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass88,471 miles (+1,276)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    88,471 miles
    Test number
    396446906414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass87,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    87,195 miles
    Test number
    563961786072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail87,194 miles (+4,239)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,194 miles
    Test number
    735538982888
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass82,955 miles (+314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    82,955 miles
    Test number
    541263496794
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass82,641 miles (+1,957)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    82,641 miles
    Test number
    354601841239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,684 miles (+2,419)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    80,684 miles
    Test number
    658988005957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,265 miles (+2,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    78,265 miles
    Test number
    204854333990
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass75,640 miles (+2,960)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    75,640 miles
    Test number
    955164229649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,680 miles (+7,043)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,680 miles
    Test number
    446021802775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,637 miles (+1,926)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,637 miles
    Test number
    988705535040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,711 miles (+1,932)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,711 miles
    Test number
    526478654063
    • NoteBoth rear tyres split but not showing cords

  16. Pass61,779 miles (+1,730)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    61,779 miles
    Test number
    825979853046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,049 miles (+2,765)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    60,049 miles
    Test number
    167414352461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,284 miles (+6,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,284 miles
    Test number
    756703251057
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass50,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,725 miles
    Test number
    581273150000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,720 miles (+8,902)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,720 miles
    Test number
    322583850028
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn unevenly and close to limit , n/s/r tyre worn unevenly

  21. Pass41,818 miles (+8,725)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    41,818 miles
    Test number
    313228749089
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW
    • NoteO/S/R TYRE TREAD WEARING LOW

  22. Pass33,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    33,093 miles
    Test number
    474485548063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail33,093 miles (+7,344)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,093 miles
    Test number
    611605448027
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass25,749 miles (+6,092)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,749 miles
    Test number
    181051657015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    19,657 miles
    Test number
    100407636054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX03 VLJ

Does LX03 VLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX03 VLJ is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX03 VLJ?
The MOT on LX03 VLJ is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX03 VLJ done?
LX03 VLJ was recorded at 91,824 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 3,572 miles a year.
Has LX03 VLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX03 VLJ has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LX03 VLJ 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 LX03 VLJ find?
LX03 VLJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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