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Ford KA

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,242 cc

Y23 GSCMOT history

Y23 GSC is a black petrol Ford KA first used on 14 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 23 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 87,233 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

Y23 GSC black Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Dec 2026
Mileage
87,233 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y23 GSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
14 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y23 GSC was last recorded at 87,233 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 2,876 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,357 miles · 21 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,876 miles
Average per year
4,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,233 miles
  • 2024 – 84,357 miles
  • 2023 – 81,510 miles
  • 2022 – 74,463 miles
  • 2021 – 71,688 miles
  • 2020 – 70,246 miles
  • 2019 – 68,870 miles
  • 2018 – 65,823 miles
  • 2017 – 64,503 miles
  • 2016 – 56,393 miles
  • 2015 – 46,008 miles
  • 2014 – 42,812 miles
  • 2012 – 28,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,233 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition.
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,233 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    87,233 miles
    Test number
    960630770637
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail87,228 miles (+2,871)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,228 miles
    Test number
    366457174959
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,357 miles (+2,847)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    84,357 miles
    Test number
    787386319927
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion rear axle

  4. Pass81,510 miles (+7,047)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    81,510 miles
    Test number
    211587769088
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi section and bracket corroded and deteriorated. Not leaking gasses
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMultiple warning lights dimly illuminated on dash.

  5. Pass74,463 miles (+2,775)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    74,463 miles
    Test number
    725178873495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass71,688 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    71,688 miles
    Test number
    610824437889
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded.

  7. Fail71,688 miles (+1,442)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,688 miles
    Test number
    228380732803
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded.

  8. Pass70,246 miles (+1,376)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    70,246 miles
    Test number
    703439383466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp missing at the joint but not insecure

  9. Pass68,870 miles (+3,047)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    68,870 miles
    Test number
    478202427901
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam coil spring mounts surface rust

  10. Pass65,823 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    65,823 miles
    Test number
    788065395344
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Fail65,823 miles (+1,320)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,823 miles
    Test number
    515393589488
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Pass64,503 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    64,503 miles
    Test number
    476388342476
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear exhaustbox outer skin corroded

  13. Fail64,503 miles (+8,110)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,503 miles
    Test number
    577408861613
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear exhaustbox outer skin corroded

  14. Pass56,393 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    56,393 miles
    Test number
    542891983230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tyre wearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer tyre wearing

  15. Fail56,393 miles (+10,385)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,393 miles
    Test number
    335342257479
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tyre wearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer tyre wearing

  16. Pass46,008 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    46,008 miles
    Test number
    947435465494
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Fail46,000 miles (+3,188)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,000 miles
    Test number
    808494899740
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass42,812 miles (+14,333)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    42,812 miles
    Test number
    637139134333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    28,479 miles
    Test number
    556924012392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,479 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,479 miles
    Test number
    406074612365
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about Y23 GSC

Does Y23 GSC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y23 GSC is valid until 23 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y23 GSC?
The MOT on Y23 GSC is valid until 23 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y23 GSC done?
Y23 GSC was recorded at 87,233 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 4,490 miles a year.
Has Y23 GSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y23 GSC has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y23 GSC 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 Y23 GSC find?
Y23 GSC passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust system in poor condition.; rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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