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Ford Fiesta

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,242 cc

K23 CWSMOT history

K23 CWS is a green petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 99,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2025.

K23 CWS green Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2026
Mileage
99,546 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,844 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K23 CWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K23 CWS was last recorded at 99,546 miles on 27 Jan 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 May 2017: 46,462 miles, lower than 46,473 miles on 27 Apr 2017.

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
99,544 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,844 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,546 miles
  • 2024 – 80,198 miles
  • 2023 – 80,193 miles
  • 2022 – 79,793 miles
  • 2021 – 76,281 miles
  • 2020 – 73,787 miles
  • 2019 – 65,425 miles
  • 2018 – 57,037 miles
  • 2017 – 46,462 miles
  • 2016 – 38,226 miles
  • 2015 – 34,389 miles
  • 2014 – 29,330 miles
  • 2013 – 18,671 miles
  • 2012 – 15,063 miles
  • 2011 – 14,099 miles
  • 2010 – 13,113 miles
  • 2009 – 12,153 miles
  • 2008 – 11,083 miles
  • 2007 – 10,003 miles
  • 2006 – 8,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,546 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHeatshield looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust heat shield loose

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,546 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    99,546 miles
    Test number
    638505001295
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield loose

  2. Fail99,544 miles (+19,346)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,544 miles
    Test number
    989787676614
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield loose

  3. Pass80,198 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    80,198 miles
    Test number
    309926155695
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail80,193 miles (+400)6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,193 miles
    Test number
    492918419322
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inside lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavily Surface corrosion to various parts and components of under vehicle

  5. Pass79,793 miles (+3,512)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    79,793 miles
    Test number
    515407589301
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront flexi joint weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills & chassis both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth out sills rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose

  6. Pass76,281 miles (+4)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    76,281 miles
    Test number
    877422383633
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills rusty
    • AdvisoryEm light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose

  7. Fail76,277 miles (+2,490)1 dangerous2 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,277 miles
    Test number
    871780633876
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills rusty
    • AdvisoryEm light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose

  8. Pass73,787 miles (+8,362)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2021
    Odometer
    73,787 miles
    Test number
    414146330305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper is slightly broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch is corroded but out of prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside temp repair to mirror
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade is missing

  9. Pass65,425 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2020
    Odometer
    65,425 miles
    Test number
    514790777096
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes corroeded may need replascing soon

  10. Fail65,418 miles (+8,381)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,418 miles
    Test number
    705503287852
    • MajorAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn both rear axle bushes the main ones n/s/r and o/s/r (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both inner sills corroded n/s and o/s behind rear axel mounts (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both outer sills corroded where chalked n/s and o/s (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes corroeded may need replascing soon

  11. Pass57,037 miles (+10,575)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    57,037 miles
    Test number
    400488550769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel joint has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3b)

  12. Pass46,462 miles (-11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    46,462 miles
    Test number
    500438236045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside indicator does not auto cancel
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail46,473 miles (+8,247)1 dangerous1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,473 miles
    Test number
    564038658207
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside indicator does not auto cancel
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass38,226 miles (+3,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    38,226 miles
    Test number
    982697773028
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass34,389 miles (+56)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    34,389 miles
    Test number
    379328715139
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel filter corroded

  16. Fail34,333 miles (+5,003)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,333 miles
    Test number
    259881715404
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel filter corroded

  17. Pass29,330 miles (+7)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    29,330 miles
    Test number
    418923614107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyer perished

  18. Fail29,323 miles (+10,652)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,323 miles
    Test number
    927762614169
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyer perished

  19. Pass18,671 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    18,671 miles
    Test number
    887196813164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail18,600 miles (+3,537)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,600 miles
    Test number
    319595513140
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass15,063 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    15,063 miles
    Test number
    157611002159
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking in treaded areas

  22. Fail15,060 miles (+961)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,060 miles
    Test number
    967281902112
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking in treaded areas

  23. Pass14,099 miles (+986)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    14,099 miles
    Test number
    685162701192
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking in treaded area and sidewalls

  24. Pass13,113 miles (+960)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    13,113 miles
    Test number
    202954300119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass12,153 miles (+1,070)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    12,153 miles
    Test number
    360255909173
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Pass11,083 miles (+1,080)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    11,083 miles
    Test number
    381323518196
    • 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)

  27. Pass10,003 miles (+1,308)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    10,003 miles
    Test number
    900144717102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass8,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    8,695 miles
    Test number
    332752726180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K23 CWS

Does K23 CWS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K23 CWS expired on 26 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K23 CWS?
The MOT on K23 CWS expired on 26 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K23 CWS done?
K23 CWS was recorded at 99,546 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2025, an average of 4,844 miles a year.
Has K23 CWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K23 CWS has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on K23 CWS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 May 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K23 CWS find?
K23 CWS passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; hydraulic leak, but not excessive; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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