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Ford KA

Blue · Petrol · 2011 · 1,242 cc

T25 VLWMOT history

T25 VLW is a blue petrol Ford KA first used on 18 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 142,878 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
142,878 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T25 VLW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
18 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T25 VLW was last recorded at 142,878 miles on 1 May 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,867 miles · 24 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
9,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,878 miles
  • 2025 – 142,096 miles
  • 2024 – 136,635 miles
  • 2023 – 124,747 miles
  • 2022 – 112,418 miles
  • 2021 – 98,403 miles
  • 2020 – 86,027 miles
  • 2019 – 78,276 miles
  • 2018 – 67,562 miles
  • 2017 – 58,078 miles
  • 2015 – 39,149 miles
  • 2014 – 26,394 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,878 miles
  • MinorNearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported full length pipe at rear also flexible in bracket insecure (1.1.11 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Rear axle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,878 miles (+11)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    142,878 miles
    Test number
    583662806356
    • MinorNearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported full length pipe at rear also flexible in bracket insecure (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail142,867 miles (+7)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,867 miles
    Test number
    513654136451
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported full length pipe at rear also flexible in bracket insecure (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail142,860 miles (+764)1 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,860 miles
    Test number
    925112046150
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported at rear end also flexible hose insecure in bracket (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass142,096 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    142,096 miles
    Test number
    223309865187
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail142,096 miles (+5,461)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,096 miles
    Test number
    749949434986
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Water (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass136,635 miles (+11,888)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    136,635 miles
    Test number
    902409188571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess ns and os brackets
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  7. Pass124,747 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    124,747 miles
    Test number
    120746163455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess ns and os brackets (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  8. Fail124,739 miles (+12,321)3 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,739 miles
    Test number
    434481280873
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess ns and os brackets (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass112,418 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    112,418 miles
    Test number
    586034389624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail112,385 miles (+13,982)1 dangerous2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,385 miles
    Test number
    986833552528
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass98,403 miles (+12,376)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,403 miles
    Test number
    581296838347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,027 miles (+7,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    86,027 miles
    Test number
    330636640801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass78,276 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    78,276 miles
    Test number
    902287376206
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail78,273 miles (+10,711)2 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,273 miles
    Test number
    313138601228
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass67,562 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    67,562 miles
    Test number
    879685237425
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail67,562 miles (+9,484)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,562 miles
    Test number
    716519948248
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass58,078 miles (+18,929)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    58,078 miles
    Test number
    129741424022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,149 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    39,149 miles
    Test number
    137245675031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail39,149 miles (+12,755)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,149 miles
    Test number
    539405675033
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass26,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    26,394 miles
    Test number
    589962274068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,394 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,394 miles
    Test number
    805872174057
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Questions about T25 VLW

Does T25 VLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T25 VLW is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T25 VLW?
The MOT on T25 VLW is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T25 VLW done?
T25 VLW was recorded at 142,878 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 9,600 miles a year.
Has T25 VLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T25 VLW has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T25 VLW 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 T25 VLW find?
T25 VLW passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported full length pipe at rear also flexible in bracket insecure; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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