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Ford KA

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,299 cc

T849 CBNMOT history

T849 CBN is a green petrol Ford KA first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 37 MOT tests, with 67,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
67,281 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
37
21 passed · 16 failed
Per year
1,434 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T849 CBN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T849 CBN was last recorded at 67,281 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Mar 2015: 50,230 miles, lower than 502,230 miles on 9 Mar 2015.

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
67,266 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
1,434 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,281 miles
  • 2025 – 64,300 miles
  • 2024 – 62,434 miles
  • 2023 – 60,310 miles
  • 2022 – 58,513 miles
  • 2021 – 57,105 miles
  • 2020 – 56,313 miles
  • 2019 – 54,790 miles
  • 2018 – 53,468 miles
  • 2017 – 52,375 miles
  • 2016 – 51,312 miles
  • 2015 – 50,230 miles
  • 2014 – 49,389 miles
  • 2013 – 48,271 miles
  • 2012 – 47,582 miles
  • 2011 – 46,811 miles
  • 2010 – 45,496 miles
  • 2009 – 44,881 miles
  • 2008 – 43,650 miles
  • 2007 – 41,606 miles
  • 2006 – 38,647 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,281 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 13 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

37 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,281 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    67,281 miles
    Test number
    823397104940
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail67,266 miles (+2,966)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,266 miles
    Test number
    557037091678
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases hole pipe into backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass64,300 miles (+59)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    64,300 miles
    Test number
    716744621789
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail64,241 miles (+1,807)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,241 miles
    Test number
    938000792484
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor/sill subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass62,434 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    62,434 miles
    Test number
    366286685266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail62,433 miles (+2,123)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,433 miles
    Test number
    258298474883
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass60,310 miles (+20)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    60,310 miles
    Test number
    699266840794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail60,290 miles (+1,777)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,290 miles
    Test number
    318557660854
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases behind front flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill and inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass58,513 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    58,513 miles
    Test number
    717995066947
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail58,509 miles (+1,404)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,509 miles
    Test number
    375791237040
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced underside corroded near seat mounting point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass57,105 miles (+792)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,105 miles
    Test number
    465278783237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Brake is lagging behind! (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced The underside of this vehicle is reaching it's serviceable life! (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass56,313 miles (+25)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    56,313 miles
    Test number
    935276260525
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded

  13. Fail56,288 miles (+1,498)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,288 miles
    Test number
    873165135513
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded

  14. Pass54,790 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    54,790 miles
    Test number
    500524768724
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front crossmember corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  15. Fail54,790 miles (+1,322)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,790 miles
    Test number
    253075492672
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front crossmember corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  16. Pass53,468 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    53,468 miles
    Test number
    685264459058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail53,452 miles (+1,077)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,452 miles
    Test number
    504505395200
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded middle outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass52,375 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    52,375 miles
    Test number
    492332395705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail52,369 miles (+1,057)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,369 miles
    Test number
    167487584244
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded under sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

  20. Pass51,312 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    51,312 miles
    Test number
    573960147110
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has small cut in tread

  21. Fail51,312 miles (+1,082)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,312 miles
    Test number
    390780777374
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has small cut in tread

  22. Pass50,230 miles (-452,000)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,230 miles
    Test number
    226349765084
    • NoteFront crossmember corroded

  23. Fail502,230 miles (+452,841)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    502,230 miles
    Test number
    428318965097
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront crossmember corroded

  24. Pass49,389 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    49,389 miles
    Test number
    369370174031
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth outer sills slightly corroded

  25. Fail49,389 miles (+1,118)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,389 miles
    Test number
    488990174044
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth outer sills slightly corroded

  26. Pass48,271 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,271 miles
    Test number
    177384973409
    • NoteBoth front suspension arm rear bushes bonding starting to seperate

  27. Fail48,271 miles (+689)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,271 miles
    Test number
    958004973049
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth front suspension arm rear bushes bonding starting to seperate

  28. Pass47,582 miles (+771)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,582 miles
    Test number
    316843472073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  29. Pass46,811 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    46,811 miles
    Test number
    787011281074
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  30. Fail46,811 miles (+1,315)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,811 miles
    Test number
    799811281004
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  31. Pass45,496 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    45,496 miles
    Test number
    513605670069
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  32. Fail45,946 miles (+1,065)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,946 miles
    Test number
    411915670035
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  33. Pass44,881 miles (+1,231)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    44,881 miles
    Test number
    393765979051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass43,650 miles (+2,044)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    43,650 miles
    Test number
    293530378095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail41,606 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,606 miles
    Test number
    373993877002
    • Repaired at testNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  36. Pass41,606 miles (+2,959)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    41,606 miles
    Test number
    653273777005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Pass38,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    38,647 miles
    Test number
    121734776497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T849 CBN

Does T849 CBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T849 CBN is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T849 CBN?
The MOT on T849 CBN is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T849 CBN done?
T849 CBN was recorded at 67,281 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 1,434 miles a year.
Has T849 CBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T849 CBN has failed 16 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T849 CBN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T849 CBN find?
T849 CBN passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; offside front axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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