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Ford KA

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,242 cc

S27 HSLMOT history

S27 HSL is a red petrol Ford KA first used on 10 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 1 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 66,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

S27 HSL red Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Aug 2027
Mileage
66,064 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S27 HSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
10 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S27 HSL was last recorded at 66,064 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 5,521 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,543 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,521 miles
Average per year
3,744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,064 miles
  • 2025 – 60,543 miles
  • 2024 – 55,176 miles
  • 2023 – 53,258 miles
  • 2022 – 50,156 miles
  • 2021 – 46,104 miles
  • 2020 – 44,093 miles
  • 2019 – 40,858 miles
  • 2017 – 32,691 miles
  • 2016 – 29,169 miles
  • 2015 – 26,293 miles
  • 2014 – 22,937 miles
  • 2013 – 20,192 miles
  • 2012 – 13,674 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,064 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder worn devoid . (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder worn devoid . (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryParking brake has just met its efficiency & requires adjustment / repair

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,064 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    66,064 miles
    Test number
    942187849255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder worn devoid . (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder worn devoid . (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has just met its efficiency & requires adjustment / repair

  2. Fail66,064 miles (+5,521)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,064 miles
    Test number
    187832807743
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak exhaust clamp loose . Tightened up (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder worn devoid . (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder worn devoid . (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has just met its efficiency & requires adjustment / repair

  3. Pass60,543 miles (+5,367)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    60,543 miles
    Test number
    686018802283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass55,176 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    55,176 miles
    Test number
    779099145896
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail55,176 miles (+16)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,176 miles
    Test number
    483303417140
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail55,160 miles (+1,902)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,160 miles
    Test number
    339353158617
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder coversfitted

  7. Pass53,258 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    53,258 miles
    Test number
    196911213153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail53,229 miles (+3,073)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,229 miles
    Test number
    140950329586
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Axle corroded at coil spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass50,156 miles (+4,052)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    50,156 miles
    Test number
    256573531618
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Generally deteriorated system. Slight leak to both front flex section & rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad wear sensor wire insecure (re-clipped)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Cut/Split to inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass46,104 miles (+2,011)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    46,104 miles
    Test number
    708646959215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,093 miles (+3,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    44,093 miles
    Test number
    452644428025
    • AdvisoryRear axle has been undersealed
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  12. Pass40,858 miles (+8,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    40,858 miles
    Test number
    888300258851
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded not blowing at time of test

  13. Pass32,691 miles (+3,522)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    32,691 miles
    Test number
    230557633833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    29,169 miles
    Test number
    609742690065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail29,169 miles (+2,876)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,169 miles
    Test number
    871338438335
    • FailureRear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement both (3.5.1k)

  16. Pass26,293 miles (+3,356)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    26,293 miles
    Test number
    795446015209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,937 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    22,937 miles
    Test number
    186043714273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail22,901 miles (+2,709)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,901 miles
    Test number
    266801514272
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  19. Pass20,192 miles (+6,518)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    20,192 miles
    Test number
    669264813230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass13,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    13,674 miles
    Test number
    178255812250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S27 HSL

Does S27 HSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S27 HSL is valid until 1 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S27 HSL?
The MOT on S27 HSL is valid until 1 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S27 HSL done?
S27 HSL was recorded at 66,064 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 3,744 miles a year.
Has S27 HSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S27 HSL has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S27 HSL 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 S27 HSL find?
S27 HSL passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder worn devoid .; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder worn devoid ., and 1 more.

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