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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 2013 · 998 cc

X18 MLJMOT history

X18 MLJ is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 28 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 40,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

X18 MLJ red Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
40,634 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X18 MLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X18 MLJ was last recorded at 40,634 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 3,740 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
36,894 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,740 miles
Average per year
2,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,634 miles
  • 2025 – 36,894 miles
  • 2024 – 33,992 miles
  • 2023 – 30,754 miles
  • 2022 – 27,734 miles
  • 2021 – 25,073 miles
  • 2020 – 24,516 miles
  • 2019 – 21,884 miles
  • 2018 – 18,739 miles
  • 2017 – 15,594 miles
  • 2016 – 12,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,634 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHand brake travel

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.

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 19 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,634 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    40,634 miles
    Test number
    782258207942
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel

  2. Fail40,634 miles (+3,740)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,634 miles
    Test number
    282296189124
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements colour (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel

  3. Pass36,894 miles (+2,902)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    36,894 miles
    Test number
    838915628583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass33,992 miles (+3,238)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    33,992 miles
    Test number
    489191587569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass30,754 miles (+3,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    30,754 miles
    Test number
    964291712801
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass27,734 miles (+2,661)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    27,734 miles
    Test number
    999948601931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass25,073 miles (+557)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    25,073 miles
    Test number
    786491884139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass24,516 miles (+2,632)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    24,516 miles
    Test number
    554876492833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass21,884 miles (+3,145)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    21,884 miles
    Test number
    570534665207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass18,739 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    18,739 miles
    Test number
    357136925896
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail18,739 miles (+3,145)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,739 miles
    Test number
    200255197618
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass15,594 miles (+3,049)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    15,594 miles
    Test number
    390303932725
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass12,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    12,545 miles
    Test number
    565919987522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail12,545 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,545 miles
    Test number
    222278166550
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about X18 MLJ

Does X18 MLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X18 MLJ is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X18 MLJ?
The MOT on X18 MLJ is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X18 MLJ done?
X18 MLJ was recorded at 40,634 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 2,809 miles a year.
Has X18 MLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X18 MLJ has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X18 MLJ 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 MLJ find?
X18 MLJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle; hand brake travel.

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