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Ford Fiesta

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T278 PCAMOT history

T278 PCA is a silver petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 49,854 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2023
Mileage
49,854 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2022
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,152 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T278 PCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T278 PCA was last recorded at 49,854 miles on 22 Dec 2022, 26,900 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
22,954 miles · 9 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
26,900 miles
Average per year
2,152 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 49,854 miles
  • 2021 – 22,954 miles
  • 2020 – 21,722 miles
  • 2019 – 21,655 miles
  • 2018 – 21,145 miles
  • 2017 – 20,536 miles
  • 2016 – 19,895 miles
  • 2015 – 19,258 miles
  • 2014 – 18,634 miles
  • 2013 – 18,069 miles
  • 2012 – 17,358 miles
  • 2011 – 16,802 miles
  • 2010 – 16,381 miles
  • 2009 – 15,805 miles
  • 2008 – 14,981 miles
  • 2007 – 14,047 miles
  • 2006 – 13,256 miles
  • 2005 – 12,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,854 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,854 miles (+26,900)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    49,854 miles
    Test number
    199478491000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass22,954 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    22,954 miles
    Test number
    367744833728
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front fog lamp missing

  3. Fail22,954 miles (+1,232)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,954 miles
    Test number
    445008052635
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front fog lamp missing

  4. Pass21,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    21,722 miles
    Test number
    622247936555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail21,722 miles (+67)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,722 miles
    Test number
    331882482933
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (trailing arm mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass21,655 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    21,655 miles
    Test number
    581835665863
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear selector seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail21,652 miles (+507)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,652 miles
    Test number
    636459417140
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear selector seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass21,145 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    21,145 miles
    Test number
    418236954350
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak

  9. Fail21,145 miles (+609)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,145 miles
    Test number
    128532877788
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak

  10. Pass20,536 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    20,536 miles
    Test number
    139422841486
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail20,536 miles (+641)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,536 miles
    Test number
    244108738351
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass19,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    19,895 miles
    Test number
    517105781490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail19,895 miles (+637)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,895 miles
    Test number
    456826001714
    • FailureNearside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass19,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    19,258 miles
    Test number
    217497695453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail19,258 miles (+624)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,258 miles
    Test number
    228667195143
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass18,634 miles (+565)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,634 miles
    Test number
    285080594456
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass18,069 miles (+711)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    18,069 miles
    Test number
    306246793189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,358 miles (+556)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    17,358 miles
    Test number
    767823192144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,802 miles (+421)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    16,802 miles
    Test number
    225197581475
    • NoteBoth rear top mounts have play
    • NoteHandbrake has very little reserve travel
    • NoteOffside rear metal brake pipe pipe corroded

  20. Pass16,381 miles (+576)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    16,381 miles
    Test number
    392498080146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust starting to corrode

  21. Pass15,805 miles (+824)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    15,805 miles
    Test number
    843744099138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,981 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    14,981 miles
    Test number
    411909398123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail14,972 miles (+925)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,972 miles
    Test number
    683187698156
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass14,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    14,047 miles
    Test number
    883147797112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail14,047 miles (+791)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,047 miles
    Test number
    940847997133
    • 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)

  26. Pass13,256 miles (+912)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    13,256 miles
    Test number
    542064296134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass12,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    12,344 miles
    Test number
    402310105213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T278 PCA

Does T278 PCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T278 PCA expired on 21 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T278 PCA?
The MOT on T278 PCA expired on 21 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T278 PCA done?
T278 PCA was recorded at 49,854 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2022, an average of 2,152 miles a year.
Has T278 PCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T278 PCA has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on T278 PCA 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 T278 PCA find?
T278 PCA passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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