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Ford KA

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 1,299 cc

R489 YNHMOT history

R489 YNH is a green petrol Ford KA first used on 6 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 36,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2023
Mileage
36,609 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R489 YNH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
6 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

R489 YNH was last recorded at 36,609 miles on 17 Jul 2023, 4,248 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
32,361 miles · 7 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
4,248 miles
Average per year
825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 36,609 miles
  • 2022 – 32,361 miles
  • 2021 – 32,051 miles
  • 2020 – 31,746 miles
  • 2019 – 31,516 miles
  • 2018 – 31,151 miles
  • 2017 – 30,937 miles
  • 2016 – 30,679 miles
  • 2015 – 30,231 miles
  • 2014 – 29,663 miles
  • 2013 – 28,964 miles
  • 2012 – 28,346 miles
  • 2011 – 27,347 miles
  • 2010 – 26,440 miles
  • 2009 – 25,660 miles
  • 2008 – 24,842 miles
  • 2007 – 23,805 miles
  • 2006 – 22,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail36,609 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel is more than usual
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Coil spring corroded all 4 coil springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail36,609 miles (+4,248)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,609 miles
    Test number
    346489696326
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel is more than usual
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass32,361 miles (+310)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    32,361 miles
    Test number
    355631140909
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass32,051 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    32,051 miles
    Test number
    231908301645
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail32,047 miles (+301)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,047 miles
    Test number
    112159666809
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass31,746 miles (+230)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    31,746 miles
    Test number
    685565195594
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated starting to crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass31,516 miles (+365)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    31,516 miles
    Test number
    761664980388
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive just by bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass31,151 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    31,151 miles
    Test number
    227958296127
    • 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))

  8. Fail31,151 miles (+214)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,151 miles
    Test number
    274340344634
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  9. Pass30,937 miles (+258)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    30,937 miles
    Test number
    142868051139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass30,679 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    30,679 miles
    Test number
    724967452718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail30,679 miles (+448)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,679 miles
    Test number
    572977918971
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass30,231 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    30,231 miles
    Test number
    797164475145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

  13. Fail30,230 miles (+567)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,230 miles
    Test number
    209553475181
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

  14. Pass29,663 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    29,663 miles
    Test number
    419783284147
    • NoteOffside 'A' post is corroded.
    • NoteOffside sill corroded.
    • NoteOffside washer is inoperative (nearside supplies enough).
    • NoteRear trailing arm bushes splitting.

  15. Fail29,663 miles (+699)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,663 miles
    Test number
    277923784182
    • FailureTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOffside 'A' post is corroded.
    • NoteOffside sill corroded.
    • NoteOffside washer is inoperative (nearside supplies enough).
    • NoteRear trailing arm bushes splitting.

  16. Pass28,964 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    28,964 miles
    Test number
    218580593164
    • NoteAdvise all four suspension coil springs corroded in places
    • NoteAdvise front brake discs look worn/corroded
    • NoteAdvise nearside front floorpan by subframe mounting corroded but withstanding thumb pressure
    • NoteAdvise offside outer sill starting to corrode especially on very back edge and into offside rear wheelarch
    • NoteAdvise offside rear tyre perished but no obvious cords showing
    • NoteAdvise spare tyre perished
    • NoteAdvise steel brake pipe to nearside front flexi brake hose corroded

  17. Fail28,964 miles (+618)3 failures1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,964 miles
    Test number
    935529683116
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteAdvise all four suspension coil springs corroded in places
    • NoteAdvise front brake discs look worn/corroded
    • NoteAdvise nearside front floorpan by subframe mounting corroded but withstanding thumb pressure
    • NoteAdvise offside outer sill starting to corrode especially on very back edge and into offside rear wheelarch
    • NoteAdvise offside rear tyre perished but no obvious cords showing
    • NoteAdvise spare tyre perished
    • NoteAdvise steel brake pipe to nearside front flexi brake hose corroded

  18. Pass28,346 miles (+999)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    28,346 miles
    Test number
    437855882138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll 4 coil springs corroded
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inner faces
    • NoteNearside front floor pan corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteSpare tyre perished

  19. Pass27,347 miles8 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    27,347 miles
    Test number
    668467181171
    • NoteAdvise alternator belt cracked
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres perished on outer edges but no obvious cords exposed
    • NoteAdvise front floorpans starting to corrode both sides
    • NoteAdvise nearside front steel brake pipe to flexi hose corroded
    • NoteAdvise offside outer sill starting to corrode in places
    • NoteAdvise rear axle beam bushes starting to split/perish
    • NoteAdvise slight corrosion starting to appear at rear inner sills
    • NoteAdvise suspension coil springs starting to corrode in places

  20. Fail27,346 miles (+906)1 failure8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,346 miles
    Test number
    475827281170
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAdvise alternator belt cracked
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres perished on outer edges but no obvious cords exposed
    • NoteAdvise front floorpans starting to corrode both sides
    • NoteAdvise nearside front steel brake pipe to flexi hose corroded
    • NoteAdvise offside outer sill starting to corrode in places
    • NoteAdvise rear axle beam bushes starting to split/perish
    • NoteAdvise slight corrosion starting to appear at rear inner sills
    • NoteAdvise suspension coil springs starting to corrode in places

  21. Pass26,440 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    26,440 miles
    Test number
    650880180134
    • NoteFront brake discs corroding

  22. Fail26,440 miles (+780)2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,440 miles
    Test number
    144379170141
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroding

  23. Pass25,660 miles (+818)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    25,660 miles
    Test number
    582167689147
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/S sill starting to bubble with rust
    • NoteO/S sill starting to bubble with rust
    • NoteO/S/F tyre perishing on sidewall
    • NoteFront coil springs rusty
    • NoteRear coil springs starting to rust

  24. Pass24,842 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    24,842 miles
    Test number
    892520698155
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/S sill starting to bubble with rust
    • NoteO/S/F tyre starting to perish

  25. Fail24,842 miles (+1,037)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,842 miles
    Test number
    570750798185
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/S sill starting to bubble with rust
    • NoteO/S/F tyre starting to perish

  26. Pass23,805 miles (+1,225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    23,805 miles
    Test number
    973314687150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass22,580 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    22,580 miles
    Test number
    103134196110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  28. Fail22,580 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,580 miles
    Test number
    201724896472
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Questions about R489 YNH

Does R489 YNH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R489 YNH expired on 17 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R489 YNH?
The MOT on R489 YNH expired on 17 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R489 YNH done?
R489 YNH was recorded at 36,609 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2023, an average of 825 miles a year.
Has R489 YNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R489 YNH has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on R489 YNH 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 R489 YNH find?
R489 YNH failed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2023 with 3 major defects, 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; offside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 6 more.

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