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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 1,399 cc

LX52 ZRTMOT history

LX52 ZRT is a blue diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 7 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 115,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jul 2023.

LX52 ZRT blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2023
Mileage
115,916 mi
At MOT on 26 Jul 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 ZRT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,399 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
7 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX52 ZRT was last recorded at 115,916 miles on 26 Jul 2023, 2,981 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,935 miles · 3 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
2,981 miles
Average per year
3,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 115,916 miles
  • 2022 – 112,935 miles
  • 2020 – 111,334 miles
  • 2019 – 108,925 miles
  • 2018 – 105,268 miles
  • 2017 – 104,000 miles
  • 2016 – 100,423 miles
  • 2015 – 99,185 miles
  • 2014 – 94,336 miles
  • 2013 – 89,407 miles
  • 2012 – 86,489 miles
  • 2011 – 80,551 miles
  • 2010 – 72,005 miles
  • 2009 – 65,699 miles
  • 2008 – 57,612 miles
  • 2006 – 50,222 miles
  • 2005 – 45,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,916 miles
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryLower engine stabiliser bush excessively deteriorated
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

What MOT failures 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 Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Central Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail115,916 miles (+2,981)11 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,916 miles
    Test number
    509130279095
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower engine stabiliser bush excessively deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged

  2. Pass112,935 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    112,935 miles
    Test number
    966790065796
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged

  3. Fail112,935 miles (+1,601)2 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,935 miles
    Test number
    466560545933
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged

  4. Pass111,334 miles (+2,409)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    111,334 miles
    Test number
    660352158293
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  5. Pass108,925 miles (+3,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,925 miles
    Test number
    231616095836
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass105,268 miles (+1,268)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    105,268 miles
    Test number
    765590174149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass104,000 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    104,000 miles
    Test number
    467080509568
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail104,000 miles (+3,577)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,000 miles
    Test number
    496530115101
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass100,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    100,423 miles
    Test number
    984604960853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail100,423 miles (+1,238)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,423 miles
    Test number
    215207702529
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testSpare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

  11. Pass99,185 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    99,185 miles
    Test number
    888051605166
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber slightly worn

  12. Fail99,183 miles (+4,847)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,183 miles
    Test number
    255711605486
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber slightly worn

  13. Pass94,336 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    94,336 miles
    Test number
    856531404185
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail94,336 miles (+4,929)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,336 miles
    Test number
    249091104499
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass89,407 miles (+2,918)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    89,407 miles
    Test number
    249355393036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,489 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    86,489 miles
    Test number
    107572002198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail86,489 miles (+5,938)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,489 miles
    Test number
    298022402188
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass80,551 miles (+8,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    80,551 miles
    Test number
    218819891010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  19. Pass72,005 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    72,005 miles
    Test number
    303603490020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  20. Fail72,005 miles (+6,306)4 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,005 miles
    Test number
    281253190092
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  21. Fail65,699 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,699 miles
    Test number
    121637599003
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass65,699 miles (+8,087)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    65,699 miles
    Test number
    842137799095
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass57,612 miles (+7,390)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    57,612 miles
    Test number
    734782908150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,222 miles (+4,244)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    50,222 miles
    Test number
    274672736325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    45,978 miles
    Test number
    230250445379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 ZRT

Does LX52 ZRT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 ZRT expired on 2 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 ZRT?
The MOT on LX52 ZRT expired on 2 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 ZRT done?
LX52 ZRT was recorded at 115,916 miles at its MOT on 26 Jul 2023, an average of 3,966 miles a year.
Has LX52 ZRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 ZRT has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LX52 ZRT 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 LX52 ZRT find?
LX52 ZRT failed its latest MOT on 26 Jul 2023 with 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: fuel cap/sealing device ineffective; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside headlamp aim too high, and 17 more.

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