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Ford Fiesta

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,242 cc

LX55 VLUMOT history

LX55 VLU is a silver petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 May 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 95,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 May 2024.

LX55 VLU silver Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Fiesta, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 May 2025
Mileage
95,166 mi
At MOT on 4 May 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 VLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 May 2025
Latest MOT test
4 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 VLU was last recorded at 95,166 miles on 4 May 2024, 4,790 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,376 miles · 17 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
4,790 miles
Average per year
3,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 95,166 miles
  • 2023 – 90,376 miles
  • 2020 – 89,123 miles
  • 2019 – 88,555 miles
  • 2018 – 87,452 miles
  • 2016 – 85,033 miles
  • 2015 – 82,738 miles
  • 2014 – 79,669 miles
  • 2013 – 75,982 miles
  • 2012 – 68,708 miles
  • 2011 – 57,569 miles
  • 2010 – 49,610 miles
  • 2009 – 41,446 miles
  • 2008 – 33,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,166 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Electrical wiring inadequately secured gearbox area

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,166 miles (+4,790)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    95,166 miles
    Test number
    758314142380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass90,376 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    90,376 miles
    Test number
    627064557587
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail90,376 miles (+1,253)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,376 miles
    Test number
    867698192118
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass89,123 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    89,123 miles
    Test number
    278645985419
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Fail89,123 miles (+568)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,123 miles
    Test number
    990139485501
    • Repaired at testOffside 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass88,555 miles (+29)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,555 miles
    Test number
    126379409218
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured gearbox area (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail88,526 miles (+1,074)6 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,526 miles
    Test number
    529893422705
    • MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak breather pipe under inlet manifold split (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured gearbox area (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass87,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    87,452 miles
    Test number
    890536523603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail87,452 miles (+2,419)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,452 miles
    Test number
    424425614372
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass85,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    85,033 miles
    Test number
    234231259621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail85,033 miles (+2,295)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,033 miles
    Test number
    476025611433
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  12. Pass82,738 miles (+3,069)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    82,738 miles
    Test number
    515955032807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass79,669 miles (+3,687)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    79,669 miles
    Test number
    477880604345
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOfside front wiper slightly smearing the windscreen

  14. Pass75,982 miles (+7,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    75,982 miles
    Test number
    357913103345
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass68,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    68,708 miles
    Test number
    656530512340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail68,708 miles (+11,139)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,708 miles
    Test number
    507110412306
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNo coolant in header tank

  17. Pass57,569 miles (+7,959)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    57,569 miles
    Test number
    166264501346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,610 miles (+8,164)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    49,610 miles
    Test number
    450220500312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,446 miles (+8,340)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    41,446 miles
    Test number
    574693299293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    33,106 miles
    Test number
    441975298232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 VLU

Does LX55 VLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 VLU expired on 3 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 VLU?
The MOT on LX55 VLU expired on 3 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 VLU done?
LX55 VLU was recorded at 95,166 miles at its MOT on 4 May 2024, an average of 3,995 miles a year.
Has LX55 VLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 VLU has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LX55 VLU 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 VLU find?
LX55 VLU passed its latest MOT on 4 May 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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