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Ford KA

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,299 cc

LX55 VHBMOT history

LX55 VHB is a blue petrol Ford KA first used on 26 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 41,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

LX55 VHB blue Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
41,445 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 VHB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 VHB was last recorded at 41,445 miles on 11 May 2026, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,405 miles · 8 May 2026
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
1,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,445 miles
  • 2025 – 28,061 miles
  • 2024 – 27,935 miles
  • 2023 – 26,590 miles
  • 2022 – 25,820 miles
  • 2021 – 24,980 miles
  • 2020 – 24,274 miles
  • 2018 – 24,017 miles
  • 2017 – 21,999 miles
  • 2016 – 19,634 miles
  • 2015 – 18,265 miles
  • 2014 – 16,689 miles
  • 2013 – 14,634 miles
  • 2012 – 12,352 miles
  • 2011 – 9,629 miles
  • 2010 – 7,403 miles
  • 2009 – 6,303 miles
  • 2008 – 6,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,445 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Underside of vehicle is corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • UNDER BODY CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,445 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    41,445 miles
    Test number
    612881617473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail41,405 miles (+13,344)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,405 miles
    Test number
    500415464652
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass28,061 miles (+126)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    28,061 miles
    Test number
    695009841860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass27,935 miles (+365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    27,935 miles
    Test number
    509097713502
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on rear axle both sides
  5. Pass27,570 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    27,570 miles
    Test number
    990969622127
    • AdvisoryUNDER BODY CORRODED
  6. Fail27,569 miles (+979)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,569 miles
    Test number
    142901733848
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUNDER BODY CORRODED
  7. Pass26,590 miles (+770)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    26,590 miles
    Test number
    169034030495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass25,820 miles (+840)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    25,820 miles
    Test number
    820228412586
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security BOTH INER WINGS (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Pass24,980 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    24,980 miles
    Test number
    935005525604
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  10. Fail24,978 miles (+704)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,978 miles
    Test number
    942850964463
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  11. Pass24,274 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    24,274 miles
    Test number
    139474685401
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Around 3mm of tread left and is worn on the inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Has around 3mm of tread left and worn on the inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is corroded
  12. Fail24,274 miles (+257)2 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,274 miles
    Test number
    343965327974
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Around 3mm of tread left and is worn on the inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Has around 3mm of tread left and worn on the inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is corroded
  13. Pass24,017 miles (+2,018)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    24,017 miles
    Test number
    794744449040
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also slightly deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber top mounting has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has around 3mm of tread left, is worn on the inside edge and is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber top mounting has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is corroded
  14. Pass21,999 miles (+2,365)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    21,999 miles
    Test number
    570440658319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass19,634 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    19,634 miles
    Test number
    181080523208
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  16. Fail19,634 miles (+1,369)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,634 miles
    Test number
    635102161652
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  17. Pass18,265 miles (+1,576)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    18,265 miles
    Test number
    959434230238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass16,689 miles (+2,055)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    16,689 miles
    Test number
    396221754210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,634 miles (+2,282)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    14,634 miles
    Test number
    346035543498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,352 miles (+2,723)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    12,352 miles
    Test number
    377879542415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass9,629 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    9,629 miles
    Test number
    338915961247
    • NoteAdvance unbonding to o/s/f lower arm inner bush just passed at rtime of test needs attention asap
    • NoteBoth front headlight aims on lower limits
    • NoteBoth rear tyres badly age cracking on outer side wall may need attention soon
    • NoteN/s/f lower arm inner bush starting to unbonding may need attention soon
  22. Fail9,629 miles (+2,226)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,629 miles
    Test number
    707745961253
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAdvance unbonding to o/s/f lower arm inner bush just passed at rtime of test needs attention asap
    • NoteBoth front headlight aims on lower limits
    • NoteBoth rear tyres badly age cracking on outer side wall may need attention soon
    • NoteN/s/f lower arm inner bush starting to unbonding may need attention soon
  23. Pass7,403 miles (+1,100)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    7,403 miles
    Test number
    942079450204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass6,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    6,303 miles
    Test number
    300194069404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail6,303 miles (+63)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,303 miles
    Test number
    370274169445
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  26. Fail6,240 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,240 miles
    Test number
    373549858220
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
  27. Pass6,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    6,240 miles
    Test number
    852419958287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 VHB

Does LX55 VHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 VHB is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 VHB?
The MOT on LX55 VHB is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 VHB done?
LX55 VHB was recorded at 41,445 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 1,995 miles a year.
Has LX55 VHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 VHB has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LX55 VHB 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 LX55 VHB find?
LX55 VHB passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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