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Ford Fiesta

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,399 cc

FG53 YWZMOT history

FG53 YWZ is a silver diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 8 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 109,620 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jul 2026
Mileage
109,620 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Mileage history

FG53 YWZ was last recorded at 109,620 miles on 5 Jul 2025, 11,219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,401 miles · 19 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
11,219 miles
Average per year
3,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,620 miles
  • MinorFront Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre Pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass109,620 miles (+11,219)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    109,620 miles
    Test number
    109710895149
    • MinorFront Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass98,401 miles (+99)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    98,401 miles
    Test number
    633610111046
    • AdvisoryVehicle has various structures and components relating to steering, suspension and structure coated with bitumen compound

  3. Pass98,302 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    98,302 miles
    Test number
    167856627846
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail98,302 miles (+73)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,302 miles
    Test number
    147402541943
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass98,229 miles (+304)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    98,229 miles
    Test number
    955969945832
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass97,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    97,925 miles
    Test number
    414553177298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail97,925 miles (+436)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,925 miles
    Test number
    153892770266
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass97,489 miles (+3,834)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,489 miles
    Test number
    994610876022
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread & Rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material & Offside Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass93,655 miles (+1,555)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    93,655 miles
    Test number
    764280527124
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front has surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear has surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass92,100 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    92,100 miles
    Test number
    742636858346
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre Pipe (7.1.2)

  11. Fail92,100 miles (+1,354)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,100 miles
    Test number
    764392194922
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre Pipe (7.1.2)

  12. Pass90,746 miles (+1,366)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    90,746 miles
    Test number
    135442495308
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass89,380 miles (+2,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    89,380 miles
    Test number
    644313064548
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass87,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    87,182 miles
    Test number
    728415805071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail87,182 miles (+3,530)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,182 miles
    Test number
    847505905087
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass83,652 miles (+6,604)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    83,652 miles
    Test number
    285286604074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,048 miles (+6,530)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    77,048 miles
    Test number
    238283803069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,518 miles (+6,037)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    70,518 miles
    Test number
    556914661308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,481 miles (+5,516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    64,481 miles
    Test number
    159316401453
    • 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)

  20. Pass58,965 miles (+5,666)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    58,965 miles
    Test number
    544025410087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,299 miles (+5,946)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    53,299 miles
    Test number
    834062709094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,353 miles (+7,846)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    47,353 miles
    Test number
    172069208481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    39,507 miles
    Test number
    431499907086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about FG53 YWZ

When is the MOT due on FG53 YWZ?
The MOT on FG53 YWZ expired on 4 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has FG53 YWZ done?
FG53 YWZ was recorded at 109,620 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2025, an average of 3,793 miles a year.
Has FG53 YWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FG53 YWZ has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on FG53 YWZ 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 FG53 YWZ find?
FG53 YWZ passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2025 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: front suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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