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Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T231 KCFMOT history

T231 KCF is a red petrol Fiat Coupe first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 136,453 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2025
Mileage
136,453 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,537 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T231 KCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Coupe
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T231 KCF was last recorded at 136,453 miles on 5 Oct 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 May 2016: 133,680 miles, lower than 133,951 miles on 4 Nov 2013.

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
136,447 miles · 30 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,537 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 136,453 miles
  • 2023 – 134,989 miles
  • 2022 – 134,977 miles
  • 2021 – 134,898 miles
  • 2020 – 134,438 miles
  • 2018 – 134,027 miles
  • 2017 – 133,799 miles
  • 2016 – 133,681 miles
  • 2013 – 133,951 miles
  • 2012 – 133,507 miles
  • 2011 – 133,330 miles
  • 2010 – 124,651 miles
  • 2009 – 114,416 miles
  • 2008 – 105,504 miles
  • 2007 – 94,512 miles
  • 2006 – 90,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,453 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under-sealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Sill corroded but covered in Under-sealerRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Sill corroded but covered in Under-sealerRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • All rear suspension corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,453 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    136,453 miles
    Test number
    265563990599
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under-sealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Sill corroded but covered in Under-sealer
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Sill corroded but covered in Under-sealer
  2. Fail136,447 miles (+1,458)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,447 miles
    Test number
    195977600019
    • MajorEmissions oxygen sensor obviously modified (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under-sealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Sill corroded but covered in Under-sealer
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Sill corroded but covered in Under-sealer
  3. Pass134,989 miles (+12)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    134,989 miles
    Test number
    409864517936
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill/floor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner sill/floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisorySpare wheel well corroded
  4. Pass134,977 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    134,977 miles
    Test number
    283155409999
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  5. Fail134,977 miles (+79)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,977 miles
    Test number
    794988198289
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  6. Pass134,898 miles (+460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    134,898 miles
    Test number
    483920156666
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake flexi twisted slighlty
  7. Pass134,438 miles (+411)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    134,438 miles
    Test number
    804188367805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass134,027 miles (+228)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    134,027 miles
    Test number
    272995386230
    • MinorNearside Front Outer 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))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
  9. Pass133,799 miles (+118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    133,799 miles
    Test number
    168400183818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive behind wheel (2.4.A.3)
  10. Pass133,681 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    133,681 miles
    Test number
    150775705623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension corroded
  11. Fail133,680 miles (-271)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,680 miles
    Test number
    610741117891
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension corroded
  12. Pass133,951 miles (+444)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    133,951 miles
    Test number
    898208503328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  13. Pass133,507 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    133,507 miles
    Test number
    975105282263
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
  14. Fail133,507 miles (+14)11 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,507 miles
    Test number
    365453472441
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Fail133,493 miles (+163)7 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,493 miles
    Test number
    348879122206
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre stop lamp has only part working
    • NoteOffsie and nearside floor areas starting with visable corrosion
  16. Pass133,330 miles (+8,679)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    133,330 miles
    Test number
    419992121297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Pass124,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    124,651 miles
    Test number
    780926910279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail124,651 miles (+10,235)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,651 miles
    Test number
    640871810234
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  19. Pass114,416 miles (+8,912)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    114,416 miles
    Test number
    492533619215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  20. Pass105,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    105,504 miles
    Test number
    312794588197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail105,504 miles (+10,992)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,504 miles
    Test number
    160744788153
    • DangerousFront Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  22. Pass94,512 miles (+3,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    94,512 miles
    Test number
    814792997105
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass90,582 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    90,582 miles
    Test number
    464230456219
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Questions about T231 KCF

Does T231 KCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T231 KCF expired on 4 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T231 KCF?
The MOT on T231 KCF expired on 4 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T231 KCF done?
T231 KCF was recorded at 136,453 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2024, an average of 2,537 miles a year.
Has T231 KCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T231 KCF has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T231 KCF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T231 KCF find?
T231 KCF passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2024 with 3 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under-sealed; nearside front inner sill corroded but covered in under-sealer; offside front inner sill corroded but covered in under-sealer.

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