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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,242 cc

LX08 VRTMOT history

LX08 VRT is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 27 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 14 Feb 2026 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 154,820 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Feb 2025.

LX08 VRT blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Feb 2026
Mileage
154,820 mi
At MOT on 15 Feb 2025
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,592 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX08 VRT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX08 VRT was last recorded at 154,820 miles on 15 Feb 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 May 2013: 41,560 miles, lower than 41,563 miles on 4 May 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
154,820 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,592 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 154,820 miles
  • 2023 – 149,348 miles
  • 2021 – 139,888 miles
  • 2020 – 132,585 miles
  • 2019 – 118,730 miles
  • 2018 – 110,199 miles
  • 2017 – 99,037 miles
  • 2016 – 86,615 miles
  • 2015 – 71,430 miles
  • 2014 – 56,149 miles
  • 2013 – 41,560 miles
  • 2012 – 27,054 miles
  • 2011 – 10,398 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,820 miles
  • DangerousRear Front Seats Do Not Allow Access To Rear SeatsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Central heat-shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Outer driveshaft boot seeping grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Road wheel slightly distorted all rims

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,820 miles1 dangerous2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    154,820 miles
    Test number
    696027735733
    • DangerousRear Front Seats Do Not Allow Access To Rear Seats
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail154,820 miles (+5,472)1 dangerous10 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,820 miles
    Test number
    458789026818
    • DangerousRear Front Seats Do Not Allow Access To Rear Seats
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear Silencer Has Hole In It (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Outer Ball Joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear Heat Shield Loose
  3. Pass149,348 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    149,348 miles
    Test number
    348041875149
    • AdvisoryCentral heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake reading low
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both rear and offside front inner rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall pin hole in offside outer cv boot
  4. Fail149,339 miles (+9,451)1 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,339 miles
    Test number
    939001548069
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. space saver wheel fitted nearside (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake reading low
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both rear and offside front inner rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall pin hole in offside outer cv boot
  5. Pass139,888 miles (+89)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    139,888 miles
    Test number
    712012835304
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral heat-shield insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer driveshaft boot seeping grease
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted all rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fold front seat forward for rear access
  6. Fail139,799 miles (+7,214)6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,799 miles
    Test number
    968497762460
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral heat-shield insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer driveshaft boot seeping grease
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted all rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fold front seat forward for rear access
  7. Pass132,585 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    132,585 miles
    Test number
    277368141333
    • AdvisoryFront both seats unable to fold forward
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring not seated correctly
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear over axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted ALL (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge = perished (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail132,585 miles (+13,855)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,585 miles
    Test number
    107571076691
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both seats unable to fold forward
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring not seated correctly
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear over axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted ALL (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge = perished (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass118,730 miles (+8,531)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    118,730 miles
    Test number
    658478845245
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from filter
  10. Pass110,199 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    110,199 miles
    Test number
    779855146486
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on shoulder and sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim both (4.2.A.1a)
  11. Fail110,199 miles (+11,162)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,199 miles
    Test number
    932730760443
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on shoulder and sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim both (4.2.A.1a)
  12. Pass99,037 miles (+104)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    99,037 miles
    Test number
    655360594661
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim nearside front and both rear (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine breather pipe collapsed
  13. Fail98,933 miles (+12,318)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,933 miles
    Test number
    666401418516
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/45VR16 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim nearside front and both rear (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine breather pipe collapsed
  14. Pass86,615 miles (+15,185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    86,615 miles
    Test number
    287768630160
    • AdvisoryE m l on
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
    • AdvisoryO/s/f bumper damaged
  15. Pass71,430 miles (+15,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,430 miles
    Test number
    148012035174
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  16. Pass56,149 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    56,149 miles
    Test number
    929265204100
    • NoteNearside rear indicator faded
  17. Fail56,149 miles (+14,589)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,149 miles
    Test number
    796085404155
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNearside rear indicator faded
  18. Pass41,560 miles (-3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    41,560 miles
    Test number
    446207123184
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner shoulders
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin
  19. Fail41,563 miles (+14,509)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,563 miles
    Test number
    405324823135
    • FailureFront Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner shoulders
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin
  20. Pass27,054 miles (+539)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    27,054 miles
    Test number
    545228872106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,515 miles (+16,117)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,515 miles
    Test number
    657845662193
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has small split on inner sidewall replacement advised
  22. Pass10,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    10,398 miles
    Test number
    267550581465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail10,398 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,398 miles
    Test number
    216320381187
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about LX08 VRT

Does LX08 VRT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX08 VRT expired on 14 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX08 VRT?
The MOT on LX08 VRT expired on 14 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX08 VRT done?
LX08 VRT was recorded at 154,820 miles at its MOT on 15 Feb 2025, an average of 10,592 miles a year.
Has LX08 VRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX08 VRT has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LX08 VRT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 May 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX08 VRT find?
LX08 VRT passed its latest MOT on 15 Feb 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: rear front seats do not allow access to rear seats; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 4 more.

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