Ford logo

Ford KA

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,242 cc

M5 VXJMOT history

M5 VXJ is a red petrol Ford KA first used on 31 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 79,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

M5 VXJ red Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
79,085 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,556 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for M5 VXJ in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
M5 VXJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 VXJ was last recorded at 79,085 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 7,842 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,243 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,842 miles
Average per year
5,556 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,085 miles
  • 2025 – 71,243 miles
  • 2024 – 68,482 miles
  • 2023 – 65,153 miles
  • 2022 – 62,339 miles
  • 2021 – 59,784 miles
  • 2019 – 52,335 miles
  • 2018 – 43,927 miles
  • 2017 – 35,898 miles
  • 2016 – 27,126 miles
  • 2015 – 17,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,085 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Both Driveshaft seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear axle (5.3.6 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from transmission area

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 20 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,085 miles (+7,842)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    79,085 miles
    Test number
    483530742750
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Both Driveshaft seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Pass71,243 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    71,243 miles
    Test number
    103739312560
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail71,243 miles (+2,761)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,243 miles
    Test number
    585029077137
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass68,482 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    68,482 miles
    Test number
    789267793774
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail68,482 miles (+3,329)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,482 miles
    Test number
    529842062787
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass65,153 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    65,153 miles
    Test number
    432027673222
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from transmission area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail65,153 miles (+2,814)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,153 miles
    Test number
    282302866366
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from transmission area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass62,339 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    62,339 miles
    Test number
    165150869423
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from transmission area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail62,338 miles (+2,554)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,338 miles
    Test number
    663956180141
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from transmission area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass59,784 miles (+7,449)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    59,784 miles
    Test number
    755822068498
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass52,335 miles (+8,408)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    52,335 miles
    Test number
    180174598463
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Rears (5.3.2 (c))
  12. Pass43,927 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    43,927 miles
    Test number
    681672354886
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe flexi splitting
    • AdvisoryNo spare wheel
  13. Fail43,927 miles (+8,029)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,927 miles
    Test number
    158923521383
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe flexi splitting
    • AdvisoryNo spare wheel
  14. Pass35,898 miles (+8,772)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    35,898 miles
    Test number
    987237167411
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both sides front pads worn low (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak sump is rusty and weeping oil
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH FRONT TYRES LOW TREAD DEPTH 2MM (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass27,126 miles (+9,483)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    27,126 miles
    Test number
    309649819924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    17,643 miles
    Test number
    858431005280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 VXJ

Does M5 VXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 VXJ is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 VXJ?
The MOT on M5 VXJ is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 VXJ done?
M5 VXJ was recorded at 79,085 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 5,556 miles a year.
Has M5 VXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 VXJ has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on M5 VXJ 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 M5 VXJ find?
M5 VXJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted, and 3 more.

Browse all M5V registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.