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Ford KA

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,299 cc

T383 KABMOT history

T383 KAB is a red petrol Ford KA first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 40,564 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
40,564 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
702 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T383 KAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T383 KAB was last recorded at 40,564 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,554 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
702 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 40,564 miles
  • 2024 – 40,269 miles
  • 2023 – 39,892 miles
  • 2022 – 39,605 miles
  • 2021 – 39,284 miles
  • 2020 – 38,999 miles
  • 2019 – 38,656 miles
  • 2018 – 38,044 miles
  • 2017 – 37,432 miles
  • 2016 – 36,778 miles
  • 2015 – 36,141 miles
  • 2014 – 35,484 miles
  • 2013 – 34,844 miles
  • 2012 – 34,124 miles
  • 2011 – 33,071 miles
  • 2010 – 31,226 miles
  • 2009 – 30,381 miles
  • 2008 – 29,574 miles
  • 2007 – 28,520 miles
  • 2006 – 27,436 miles
  • 2005 – 26,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,564 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside, front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seating corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 27 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,564 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    40,564 miles
    Test number
    710035080392
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside, front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seating corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail40,554 miles (+285)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,554 miles
    Test number
    188589328200
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside, front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seating corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass40,269 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    40,269 miles
    Test number
    459857743639
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail40,262 miles (+370)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,262 miles
    Test number
    622777884597
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner footwell corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner footwell corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass39,892 miles (+287)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    39,892 miles
    Test number
    352528727825
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass39,605 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    39,605 miles
    Test number
    764493249820
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail39,595 miles (+311)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,595 miles
    Test number
    994406502274
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass39,284 miles (+285)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    39,284 miles
    Test number
    374099966993
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass38,999 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    38,999 miles
    Test number
    423123601479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded

  10. Fail38,998 miles (+342)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,998 miles
    Test number
    449457911149
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill to floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroded

  11. Pass38,656 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    38,656 miles
    Test number
    580404397916
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Fail38,656 miles (+612)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,656 miles
    Test number
    971280747759
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases from rear backbox and flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level

  13. Pass38,044 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    38,044 miles
    Test number
    556590504946
    • AdvisoryRear tyre treads cracking

  14. Fail38,044 miles (+612)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,044 miles
    Test number
    858337913355
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear tyre treads cracking

  15. Pass37,432 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    37,432 miles
    Test number
    921346602858
    • AdvisoryBoth rear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion Outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded

  16. Fail37,431 miles (+653)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,431 miles
    Test number
    630597382946
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Both (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion Outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded

  17. Pass36,778 miles (+637)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    36,778 miles
    Test number
    327675436096
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre outer tread cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre outer tread cracking

  18. Pass36,141 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    36,141 miles
    Test number
    956493380933
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

  19. Fail36,123 miles (+639)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,123 miles
    Test number
    313551686693
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

  20. Pass35,484 miles (+640)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    35,484 miles
    Test number
    535294684266
    • NoteSlight corrosion on offside front floor but not holed.

  21. Pass34,844 miles (+720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    34,844 miles
    Test number
    726305383212
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass34,124 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    34,124 miles
    Test number
    199753682260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,121 miles (+1,050)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,121 miles
    Test number
    987330782216
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass33,071 miles (+1,845)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    33,071 miles
    Test number
    505105791216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,226 miles (+845)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    31,226 miles
    Test number
    693046890223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteCorrosion o/s/r wing
    • NoteO/s/f tyre low on air pumped up
    • NoteSlight front brake inballance
    • NoteUnder body corrosion

  26. Pass30,381 miles (+807)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    30,381 miles
    Test number
    831657799225
    • NoteFront brakes slightly out of balance,
    • NoteUnderbody has some surface corrosion,

  27. Pass29,574 miles (+1,054)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    29,574 miles
    Test number
    952859898221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass28,520 miles (+1,084)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    28,520 miles
    Test number
    201473197228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass27,436 miles (+910)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    27,436 miles
    Test number
    394204896494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass26,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    26,526 miles
    Test number
    990660405346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T383 KAB

Does T383 KAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T383 KAB is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T383 KAB?
The MOT on T383 KAB is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T383 KAB done?
T383 KAB was recorded at 40,564 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 702 miles a year.
Has T383 KAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T383 KAB has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T383 KAB 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 T383 KAB find?
T383 KAB passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside, front bushes; front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside mounts; fuel cap seating corroded, and 3 more.

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