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Ford KA

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,299 cc

X778 OVWMOT history

X778 OVW is a silver petrol Ford KA first used on 22 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 54,524 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2022.

X778 OVW silver Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2023
Mileage
54,524 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,454 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X778 OVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X778 OVW was last recorded at 54,524 miles on 12 Jan 2022, 877 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Jan 2007: 12,786 miles, lower than 15,320 miles on 20 Jan 2006.

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
53,647 miles · 8 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
877 miles
Average per year
2,454 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 54,524 miles
  • 2021 – 53,647 miles
  • 2020 – 51,631 miles
  • 2019 – 47,363 miles
  • 2018 – 42,719 miles
  • 2017 – 37,854 miles
  • 2016 – 33,098 miles
  • 2015 – 28,761 miles
  • 2014 – 26,531 miles
  • 2013 – 25,822 miles
  • 2012 – 25,025 miles
  • 2011 – 23,834 miles
  • 2010 – 22,528 miles
  • 2009 – 21,104 miles
  • 2008 – 19,807 miles
  • 2007 – 12,786 miles
  • 2006 – 15,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,524 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryInner sills corroding
  • AdvisoryOuter sills corroding
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion appearing

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,524 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    54,524 miles
    Test number
    489579776598
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroding
    • AdvisoryOuter sills corroding
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion appearing
  2. Fail54,524 miles (+877)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,524 miles
    Test number
    503111482625
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroding
    • AdvisoryOuter sills corroding
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion appearing
  3. Pass53,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    53,647 miles
    Test number
    748492738666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail53,647 miles (+2,016)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,647 miles
    Test number
    899382168501
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass51,631 miles (+4,268)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    51,631 miles
    Test number
    419944294927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass47,363 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    47,363 miles
    Test number
    440401680407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail47,363 miles (+4,644)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,363 miles
    Test number
    143803005819
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass42,719 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    42,719 miles
    Test number
    106027214593
    • 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)
  9. Fail42,698 miles (+4,844)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,698 miles
    Test number
    304324137809
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
  10. Pass37,854 miles (+4,756)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    37,854 miles
    Test number
    540251147405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is slightly out of shape on inner edge
  11. Pass33,098 miles (+4,337)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    33,098 miles
    Test number
    833757982442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass28,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    28,761 miles
    Test number
    178461725414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail28,761 miles (+2,230)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,761 miles
    Test number
    355071525083
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
  14. Pass26,531 miles (+4)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    26,531 miles
    Test number
    137131224088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteCorrosion in offside door shut
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Fail26,527 miles (+705)1 failure6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,527 miles
    Test number
    125210824027
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteCorrosion in offside door shut
    • NoteOil leak
  16. Pass25,822 miles (+797)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    25,822 miles
    Test number
    908614523075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes are split/perished
    • NoteOffside door shut is corroded
    • NoteOffside outer sill corroded
  17. Pass25,025 miles (+1,191)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    25,025 miles
    Test number
    145020322481
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  18. Pass23,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    23,834 miles
    Test number
    125581821496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail23,834 miles (+1,306)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,834 miles
    Test number
    986051021022
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  20. Pass22,528 miles (+1,424)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    22,528 miles
    Test number
    473481820052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass21,104 miles (+1,297)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    21,104 miles
    Test number
    770151229057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smear
  22. Pass19,807 miles (+7,021)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    19,807 miles
    Test number
    192021228454
    • NoteFront Wipers Streaky\Juddering
  23. Pass12,786 miles (-2,534)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    12,786 miles
    Test number
    121498717035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,320 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    15,320 miles
    Test number
    132440126023
    • NoteN/s/f tyre small cut in outer wall

Questions about X778 OVW

Does X778 OVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X778 OVW expired on 23 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X778 OVW?
The MOT on X778 OVW expired on 23 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X778 OVW done?
X778 OVW was recorded at 54,524 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2022, an average of 2,454 miles a year.
Has X778 OVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X778 OVW has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on X778 OVW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Jan 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X778 OVW find?
X778 OVW passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2022 with 3 advisories: inner sills corroding; outer sills corroding; underbody corrosion appearing.

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