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Ford KA

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,299 cc

LX55 VLFMOT history

LX55 VLF is a blue petrol Ford KA first used on 23 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Jan 2022 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 76,524 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2022.

LX55 VLF blue Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Jan 2022
Mileage
76,524 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2022
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 VLF
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
23 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX55 VLF was last recorded at 76,524 miles on 12 Jan 2022, 17,564 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,960 miles · 6 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
17,564 miles
Average per year
4,800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 76,524 miles
  • 2021 – 58,960 miles
  • 2020 – 47,169 miles
  • 2019 – 46,960 miles
  • 2018 – 44,691 miles
  • 2017 – 42,463 miles
  • 2016 – 40,136 miles
  • 2015 – 35,821 miles
  • 2014 – 32,936 miles
  • 2013 – 30,695 miles
  • 2012 – 28,467 miles
  • 2011 – 26,205 miles
  • 2010 – 22,757 miles
  • 2009 – 17,988 miles
  • 2008 – 13,723 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail76,524 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail76,524 miles (+17,564)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,524 miles
    Test number
    322109750812
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass58,960 miles (+11,791)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    58,960 miles
    Test number
    443379166135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass47,169 miles (+60)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    47,169 miles
    Test number
    434714159426
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail47,109 miles (+149)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,109 miles
    Test number
    575375968881
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail46,960 miles (+2,269)1 dangerous4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,960 miles
    Test number
    301727214708
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective deflated

  6. Pass44,691 miles (+2,228)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    44,691 miles
    Test number
    455628815390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass42,463 miles (+2,327)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    42,463 miles
    Test number
    697167069106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outter sill area (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass40,136 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    40,136 miles
    Test number
    103524196481
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front (2.4.A.3)

  9. Fail40,130 miles (+4,309)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,130 miles
    Test number
    342374555466
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Nearside sill area (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass35,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    35,821 miles
    Test number
    521799579200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail35,821 miles (+2,885)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,821 miles
    Test number
    233953567865
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

  12. Pass32,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    32,936 miles
    Test number
    337121434387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail32,936 miles (+2,241)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,936 miles
    Test number
    556361834335
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  14. Pass30,695 miles (+2,228)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    30,695 miles
    Test number
    649749833386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,467 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    28,467 miles
    Test number
    819449312388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail28,450 miles (+2,245)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,450 miles
    Test number
    755208512315
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass26,205 miles (+3,448)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    26,205 miles
    Test number
    687917141378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,757 miles (+4,769)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    22,757 miles
    Test number
    642079720328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,988 miles (+4,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    17,988 miles
    Test number
    763337239355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass13,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    13,723 miles
    Test number
    971147748398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 VLF

Does LX55 VLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 VLF expired on 6 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 VLF?
The MOT on LX55 VLF expired on 6 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 VLF done?
LX55 VLF was recorded at 76,524 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2022, an average of 4,800 miles a year.
Has LX55 VLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 VLF has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LX55 VLF 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 VLF find?
LX55 VLF failed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2022 with 7 major defects and 1 minor defect: nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill, and 5 more.

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