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Ford KA

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,299 cc

LX53 ZBYMOT history

LX53 ZBY is a silver petrol Ford KA first used on 9 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 56,939 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2023.

LX53 ZBY silver Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2023
Mileage
56,939 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 ZBY
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
9 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX53 ZBY was last recorded at 56,939 miles on 14 Feb 2023, 7,424 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,515 miles · 18 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
7,424 miles
Average per year
3,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 56,939 miles
  • 2022 – 49,515 miles
  • 2020 – 44,608 miles
  • 2019 – 40,945 miles
  • 2018 – 40,053 miles
  • 2017 – 32,573 miles
  • 2016 – 24,431 miles
  • 2015 – 19,671 miles
  • 2014 – 16,433 miles
  • 2013 – 16,411 miles
  • 2012 – 15,528 miles
  • 2011 – 15,138 miles
  • 2010 – 14,046 miles
  • 2009 – 12,605 miles
  • 2008 – 11,423 miles
  • 2007 – 9,881 miles
  • 2006 – 7,201 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail56,939 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
  • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel rim bent
  • AdvisoryO/s beam image poor

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 Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca bush perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail56,939 miles (+7,424)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,939 miles
    Test number
    510900792414
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel rim bent
    • AdvisoryO/s beam image poor

  2. Pass49,515 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    49,515 miles
    Test number
    669833673968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail49,506 miles (+4,898)2 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,506 miles
    Test number
    691348342518
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  4. Pass44,608 miles (+3,663)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    44,608 miles
    Test number
    413156829641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass40,945 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    40,945 miles
    Test number
    100557978783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail40,944 miles (+891)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,944 miles
    Test number
    653230862566
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively worn and split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn tca (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively worn and split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass40,053 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    40,053 miles
    Test number
    259716658432
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear sills/wheel arches corroded

  8. Fail40,053 miles (+7,480)1 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,053 miles
    Test number
    179604719338
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear sills/wheel arches corroded

  9. Pass32,573 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    32,573 miles
    Test number
    636927252943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  10. Fail32,573 miles (+8,142)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,573 miles
    Test number
    544194148013
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass24,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    24,431 miles
    Test number
    491462619950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail24,431 miles (+4,760)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,431 miles
    Test number
    826318519962
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testSpare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  13. Pass19,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    19,671 miles
    Test number
    637305959568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail19,671 miles (+4)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,671 miles
    Test number
    900935932600
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

  15. Fail19,667 miles (+3,234)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,667 miles
    Test number
    850653227057
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Vehicle structure has slight damage inner wing top mount (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage floor pan (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage subframe mount (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass16,433 miles (+5)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    16,433 miles
    Test number
    156217774242
    • NoteN/s/f subframe mounting bent
    • NoteN/s/r wheel arch corroding

  17. Fail16,428 miles (+17)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,428 miles
    Test number
    746349664294
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteN/s/f subframe mounting bent
    • NoteN/s/r wheel arch corroding

  18. Pass16,411 miles (+883)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    16,411 miles
    Test number
    279081343296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,528 miles (+390)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    15,528 miles
    Test number
    899117542079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,138 miles (+1,092)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    15,138 miles
    Test number
    776473381282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,046 miles (+1,441)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    14,046 miles
    Test number
    521115080276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,605 miles (+1,182)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    12,605 miles
    Test number
    694341789245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,423 miles (+1,542)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    11,423 miles
    Test number
    672613188248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,881 miles (+2,680)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    9,881 miles
    Test number
    574298077230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass7,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    7,201 miles
    Test number
    501895786265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 ZBY

Does LX53 ZBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX53 ZBY expired on 17 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX53 ZBY?
The MOT on LX53 ZBY expired on 17 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX53 ZBY done?
LX53 ZBY was recorded at 56,939 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2023, an average of 3,044 miles a year.
Has LX53 ZBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 ZBY has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LX53 ZBY 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 LX53 ZBY find?
LX53 ZBY failed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2023 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside front position lamp not working, and 6 more.

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