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Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T121 EREMOT history

T121 ERE is a purple petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 81,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2025
Mileage
81,556 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2024
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,076 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T121 ERE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T121 ERE was last recorded at 81,556 miles on 19 Apr 2024, 4,316 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,240 miles · 6 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
4,316 miles
Average per year
3,076 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 81,556 miles
  • 2023 – 77,240 miles
  • 2022 – 70,351 miles
  • 2021 – 64,903 miles
  • 2020 – 61,546 miles
  • 2019 – 59,762 miles
  • 2017 – 58,108 miles
  • 2016 – 56,486 miles
  • 2015 – 55,332 miles
  • 2014 – 54,508 miles
  • 2013 – 53,585 miles
  • 2012 – 52,471 miles
  • 2011 – 49,745 miles
  • 2010 – 37,649 miles
  • 2009 – 35,564 miles
  • 2008 – 32,518 miles
  • 2007 – 29,660 miles
  • 2006 – 27,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,556 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Both outer CV boots perishing.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,556 miles (+4,316)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    81,556 miles
    Test number
    200279152815
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass77,240 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    77,240 miles
    Test number
    561426634142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Fail77,239 miles (+6,888)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,239 miles
    Test number
    198681596975
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass70,351 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    70,351 miles
    Test number
    249222785177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Fail70,351 miles (+5,448)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,351 miles
    Test number
    926215894590
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass64,903 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    64,903 miles
    Test number
    765765550956
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear top mounts worn
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel high

  7. Fail64,903 miles (+3,357)6 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,903 miles
    Test number
    195742499181
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear top mounts worn
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel high

  8. Pass61,546 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    61,546 miles
    Test number
    394230512672
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail61,546 miles (+1,784)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,546 miles
    Test number
    233215935559
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass59,762 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    59,762 miles
    Test number
    152457832678
    • AdvisoryBoth outer CV boots perishing.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing (10).

  11. Fail59,762 miles (+1,654)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,762 miles
    Test number
    776380943359
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer CV boots perishing.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing (10).

  12. Pass58,108 miles (+1,622)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    58,108 miles
    Test number
    235631039808
    • AdvisoryBoth outer CV boots perishing.
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake hose perishing.
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower suspension arm rear bush beginning to separate.

  13. Pass56,486 miles (+1,154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    56,486 miles
    Test number
    480741165778
    • AdvisoryBoth outer CV boots perishing.
    • AdvisorySlight fluctuations in front brake test readings.

  14. Pass55,332 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    55,332 miles
    Test number
    506012691039
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer damaged.

  15. Fail55,332 miles (+824)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,332 miles
    Test number
    872072516288
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer damaged.

  16. Fail54,508 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,508 miles
    Test number
    328485994420
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth outer sills corroding.

  17. Pass54,508 miles (+923)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    54,508 miles
    Test number
    945325994284
    • NoteBoth outer sills corroding.

  18. Pass53,585 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    53,585 miles
    Test number
    826798893299
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear outer brake pipes corroding.

  19. Fail53,585 miles (+1,114)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,585 miles
    Test number
    127505693264
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear outer brake pipes corroding.

  20. Pass52,471 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    52,471 miles
    Test number
    458701392218
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges.
    • NoteOffside outer sill corroding at rear.
    • NoteRear silencer damaged.

  21. Fail52,471 miles (+2,726)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,471 miles
    Test number
    489761792272
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges.
    • NoteOffside outer sill corroding at rear.
    • NoteRear silencer damaged.

  22. Pass49,745 miles (+12,096)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    49,745 miles
    Test number
    308277991293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,649 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    37,649 miles
    Test number
    341798630407
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate water damaged
    • NoteFront suspension heavily corroded
    • NoteO/s/r wheel arch corroded

  24. Fail37,649 miles (+2,085)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,649 miles
    Test number
    173088930254
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate water damaged
    • NoteFront suspension heavily corroded
    • NoteO/s/r wheel arch corroded

  25. Pass35,564 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    35,564 miles
    Test number
    251399339200
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail35,564 miles (+3,046)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,564 miles
    Test number
    761519639241
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass32,518 miles (+2,858)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    32,518 miles
    Test number
    682545738255
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  28. Fail29,660 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,660 miles
    Test number
    642562237218
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass29,660 miles (+2,469)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    29,660 miles
    Test number
    772892237298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass27,191 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    27,191 miles
    Test number
    591618726272
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteCorrosion to front suspension components
    • NoteNsf tyre worn on edges

  31. Fail27,191 miles3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,191 miles
    Test number
    421658826231
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteCorrosion on front suspension components
    • NoteWear on n/s/f tyre edge

Questions about T121 ERE

Does T121 ERE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T121 ERE expired on 18 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T121 ERE?
The MOT on T121 ERE expired on 18 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T121 ERE done?
T121 ERE was recorded at 81,556 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2024, an average of 3,076 miles a year.
Has T121 ERE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T121 ERE has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T121 ERE 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 T121 ERE find?
T121 ERE passed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2024 with 10 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 7 more.

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