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Ford KA

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,299 cc

X18 LMFMOT history

X18 LMF is a red petrol Ford KA first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 76,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

X18 LMF red Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
76,902 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X18 LMF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X18 LMF was last recorded at 76,902 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 4,090 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,812 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,090 miles
Average per year
4,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,902 miles
  • 2025 – 72,812 miles
  • 2024 – 70,976 miles
  • 2023 – 68,165 miles
  • 2022 – 66,701 miles
  • 2021 – 66,698 miles
  • 2020 – 65,192 miles
  • 2019 – 61,304 miles
  • 2018 – 54,655 miles
  • 2017 – 42,816 miles
  • 2016 – 35,495 miles
  • 2015 – 29,071 miles
  • 2014 – 27,145 miles
  • 2013 – 21,647 miles
  • 2012 – 12,234 miles
  • 2011 – 6,083 miles
  • 2010 – 4,810 miles
  • 2009 – 4,028 miles
  • 2008 – 2,717 miles
  • 2007 – 2,406 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,902 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,902 miles (+4,090)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    76,902 miles
    Test number
    376848431336
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass72,812 miles (+1,836)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    72,812 miles
    Test number
    135103440568
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass70,976 miles (+2,811)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    70,976 miles
    Test number
    418726241645
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass68,165 miles (+52)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    68,165 miles
    Test number
    481378096767
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail68,113 miles (+1,412)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,113 miles
    Test number
    425370311592
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass66,701 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    66,701 miles
    Test number
    945157676578
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has been welded and undersealed

  7. Fail66,698 miles (+1,506)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,698 miles
    Test number
    277738682453
    • DangerousRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury outer sill hole (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded

  8. Pass65,192 miles (+3,888)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    65,192 miles
    Test number
    802949165336
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) offside and nearside
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside inner sills
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has corrosion

  9. Pass61,304 miles (+6,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    61,304 miles
    Test number
    113468304323
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass54,655 miles (+53)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    54,655 miles
    Test number
    125619402514
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail54,602 miles (+11,786)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,602 miles
    Test number
    708167663815
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass42,816 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    42,816 miles
    Test number
    795963865820
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail42,816 miles (+7,321)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,816 miles
    Test number
    695253669627
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass35,495 miles (+6,424)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    35,495 miles
    Test number
    730999250767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,071 miles (+1,926)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    29,071 miles
    Test number
    359508665155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,145 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    27,145 miles
    Test number
    376569614177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail27,143 miles (+5,496)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,143 miles
    Test number
    278528814173
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass21,647 miles (+9,413)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    21,647 miles
    Test number
    457748493094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,234 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    12,234 miles
    Test number
    257761412133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail12,230 miles (+6,147)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,230 miles
    Test number
    769050512153
    • FailureFront Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

  21. Pass6,083 miles (+1,273)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    6,083 miles
    Test number
    156939811164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass4,810 miles (+782)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    4,810 miles
    Test number
    181563510129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass4,028 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    4,028 miles
    Test number
    114937129186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail2,717 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,717 miles
    Test number
    430574468108
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass2,717 miles (+311)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    2,717 miles
    Test number
    980594768134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass2,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    2,406 miles
    Test number
    191830597148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X18 LMF

Does X18 LMF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X18 LMF is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X18 LMF?
The MOT on X18 LMF is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X18 LMF done?
X18 LMF was recorded at 76,902 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 4,019 miles a year.
Has X18 LMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X18 LMF has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on X18 LMF 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 X18 LMF find?
X18 LMF passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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