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Ford KA

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,299 cc

LX55 VHTMOT history

LX55 VHT is a red petrol Ford KA first used on 22 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 Oct 2021 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 72,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2021.

LX55 VHT red Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Oct 2021
Mileage
72,857 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2021
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 VHT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX55 VHT was last recorded at 72,857 miles on 9 Nov 2021, 62 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,795 miles · 25 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
62 miles
Average per year
4,681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 72,857 miles
  • 2020 – 69,244 miles
  • 2019 – 64,050 miles
  • 2018 – 56,294 miles
  • 2017 – 51,417 miles
  • 2016 – 47,575 miles
  • 2015 – 43,300 miles
  • 2014 – 38,969 miles
  • 2013 – 34,300 miles
  • 2012 – 29,829 miles
  • 2011 – 25,734 miles
  • 2010 – 21,556 miles
  • 2009 – 16,451 miles
  • 2008 – 11,529 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail72,857 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • O/s/r sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail72,857 miles (+62)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,857 miles
    Test number
    171051213782
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail72,795 miles (+3,551)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,795 miles
    Test number
    393736545195
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced FLOOR (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass69,244 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    69,244 miles
    Test number
    695958227030
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail69,244 miles (+5,194)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,244 miles
    Test number
    481932272215
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass64,050 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,050 miles
    Test number
    444858865501
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail64,050 miles (+7,756)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,050 miles
    Test number
    886314746270
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass56,294 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    56,294 miles
    Test number
    110456792470
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail56,292 miles (+4,875)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,292 miles
    Test number
    655739300761
    • MajorNearside Steering locking device missing track rod ball joint nut. (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering locking device missing track rod ball joint nut. (2.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass51,417 miles (+3,842)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    51,417 miles
    Test number
    774856650536
    • AdvisoryO/s/r sill corroded

  10. Pass47,575 miles (+4,275)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    47,575 miles
    Test number
    364583563348
    • AdvisoryN/s/f c.v gaiter leaking
    • AdvisoryO/s/r sill corroded

  11. Pass43,300 miles (+4,331)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    43,300 miles
    Test number
    501128551471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail38,969 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,969 miles
    Test number
    676463084268
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront wiper blades split but clearing windscreen efficiently

  13. Pass38,969 miles (+4,669)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    38,969 miles
    Test number
    717073884230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront wiper blades split but clearing windscreen efficiently

  14. Pass34,300 miles (+4,471)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    34,300 miles
    Test number
    347063483462
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteAdvise clutch master pipe slight fluid leak around pipe

  15. Pass29,829 miles (+4,095)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    29,829 miles
    Test number
    195935982267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,734 miles (+4,178)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    25,734 miles
    Test number
    945437181268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,556 miles (+5,105)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    21,556 miles
    Test number
    653418580228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass16,451 miles (+4,922)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    16,451 miles
    Test number
    144412589279
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge & has cuts in the outer side wall

  19. Pass11,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    11,529 miles
    Test number
    642277378260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 VHT

Does LX55 VHT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 VHT expired on 26 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 VHT?
The MOT on LX55 VHT expired on 26 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 VHT done?
LX55 VHT was recorded at 72,857 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2021, an average of 4,681 miles a year.
Has LX55 VHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 VHT has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LX55 VHT 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 VHT find?
LX55 VHT failed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2021 with 7 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front coil spring fractured or broken; nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength floor, and 7 more.

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