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Ford KA

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,299 cc

S56 LMJMOT history

S56 LMJ is a blue petrol Ford KA first used on 20 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 328 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2023
Mileage
328 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2022
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S56 LMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
20 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S56 LMJ was last recorded at 328 miles on 24 Oct 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Oct 2022: 328 miles, lower than 99,483 miles on 8 Nov 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
328 miles · 18 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 328 miles
  • 2021 – 99,483 miles
  • 2020 – 98,988 miles
  • 2019 – 92,902 miles
  • 2018 – 87,413 miles
  • 2017 – 86,046 miles
  • 2016 – 84,368 miles
  • 2015 – 83,579 miles
  • 2014 – 83,081 miles
  • 2013 – 82,587 miles
  • 2012 – 81,578 miles
  • 2011 – 80,172 miles
  • 2010 – 73,961 miles
  • 2009 – 68,974 miles
  • 2008 – 64,125 miles
  • 2007 – 58,080 miles
  • 2006 – 48,091 miles
  • 2005 – 37,403 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass328 miles
  • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pinholed (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front brake lag-22%
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp patterns very poorRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryWipers slightly poorRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated all hoses perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Headlamp patterns slightly poor

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass328 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    328 miles
    Test number
    491615788072
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pinholed (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake lag-22%
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp patterns very poor
    • AdvisoryWipers slightly poor

  2. Fail328 miles (-99,155)7 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    328 miles
    Test number
    760026661431
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill/door shut corroded/holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor/inner sill within 300mm of subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner frame rail within 300mm rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation 39% (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor/inner sill within 300mm of subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner frame rail within 300mm rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pinholed (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp patterns very poor
    • AdvisoryWipers slightly poor

  3. Pass99,483 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    99,483 miles
    Test number
    112707233079
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp patterns slightly poor

  4. Fail99,483 miles (+495)2 major1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,483 miles
    Test number
    159032253590
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp patterns slightly poor

  5. Pass98,988 miles (+6,086)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    98,988 miles
    Test number
    598145640617
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexpipe separated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp patterns slightly poor

  6. Pass92,902 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    92,902 miles
    Test number
    569593794519
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexpipe seperated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush seperated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake lag-21%
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail92,902 miles (+5,489)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,902 miles
    Test number
    697605227460
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexpipe seperated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush seperated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake lag-21%
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWipers slightly poor

  8. Pass87,413 miles (+60)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    87,413 miles
    Test number
    297887152197
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexpipe separated/corroded/poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bush seperated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded/patched/poor
    • AdvisoryWipers slightly poor

  9. Fail87,353 miles (+1,307)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,353 miles
    Test number
    665839850570
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Door Seal Corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer Corroded. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre close to legal limit and cracking. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre close to legal limit and cracking. (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass86,046 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    86,046 miles
    Test number
    524082365850
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded both pipes (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both springs (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front springs (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryGearchange rod touching exhaust making squeek
    • AdvisoryRear h frame rusty

  11. Fail86,039 miles (+1,671)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,039 miles
    Test number
    175422655827
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded both pipes (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both springs (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front springs (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryGearchange rod touching exhaust making squeek
    • AdvisoryRear h frame rusty

  12. Pass84,368 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    84,368 miles
    Test number
    340090663117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail84,333 miles (+754)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,333 miles
    Test number
    511988741149
    • FailureNearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings nearside outer sill corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings offside rear inner sill corroded next to suspension mounting (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass83,579 miles (+498)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    83,579 miles
    Test number
    490325957792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,081 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    83,081 miles
    Test number
    227846784202
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Fail83,077 miles (+490)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,077 miles
    Test number
    877833484257
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteNearside front outer sill corroded , advise replacement

  17. Pass82,587 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    82,587 miles
    Test number
    657201993293
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  18. Fail82,582 miles (+1,004)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,582 miles
    Test number
    308310593464
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  19. Pass81,578 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    81,578 miles
    Test number
    459187772219
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  20. Fail81,573 miles (+1,401)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,573 miles
    Test number
    807075372207
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOffside rear brake starting to bind

  21. Pass80,172 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    80,172 miles
    Test number
    378762091272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail80,124 miles (+6,163)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,124 miles
    Test number
    296919561255
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteN/s/r wheel rim damaged +o/s/f brake flexi pipe cracking

  23. Pass73,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    73,961 miles
    Test number
    631435280280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail73,961 miles (+4,987)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,961 miles
    Test number
    570994780265
    • FailureNearside Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  25. Pass68,974 miles (+4,849)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    68,974 miles
    Test number
    723358789253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass64,125 miles (+6,045)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    64,125 miles
    Test number
    831313688243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass58,080 miles (+9,989)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    58,080 miles
    Test number
    224404887265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass48,091 miles (+10,688)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    48,091 miles
    Test number
    261020106303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass37,403 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    37,403 miles
    Test number
    492598515424
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about S56 LMJ

Does S56 LMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S56 LMJ expired on 10 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S56 LMJ?
The MOT on S56 LMJ expired on 10 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S56 LMJ done?
S56 LMJ was recorded at 328 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2022.
Has S56 LMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S56 LMJ has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on S56 LMJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Oct 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S56 LMJ find?
S56 LMJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2022 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pinholed; nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses perished, and 7 more.

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