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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,299 cc

T285 YPPMOT history

T285 YPP is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 94,414 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Mar 2025
Mileage
94,414 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T285 YPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T285 YPP was last recorded at 94,414 miles on 27 Feb 2025, 9,929 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,485 miles · 16 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
9,929 miles
Average per year
3,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,414 miles
  • 2024 – 84,485 miles
  • 2023 – 73,402 miles
  • 2022 – 65,051 miles
  • 2021 – 61,770 miles
  • 2020 – 61,330 miles
  • 2019 – 58,994 miles
  • 2018 – 56,712 miles
  • 2017 – 54,899 miles
  • 2016 – 53,258 miles
  • 2015 – 51,785 miles
  • 2014 – 50,264 miles
  • 2013 – 48,735 miles
  • 2012 – 47,184 miles
  • 2011 – 45,164 miles
  • 2010 – 42,913 miles
  • 2009 – 40,387 miles
  • 2008 – 37,196 miles
  • 2007 – 33,615 miles
  • 2006 – 29,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,414 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorRear Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))
  • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nearside and offside trailing arm axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside and offside body sills[next to trailing arm axle mounts] (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost at the limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber leg has dry residue but top of shock looks clean and does not show signs of previous leak
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sills nearside and offside [near chassis legs] parts obstructed by wheel arch lining (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear low effort from rear brakes[may require service]
  • AdvisoryDry coolant residue under bonnet but no signs of leaks

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 Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush back bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail94,414 miles (+9,929)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,414 miles
    Test number
    405714209954
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nearside and offside trailing arm axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside and offside body sills[next to trailing arm axle mounts] (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost at the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber leg has dry residue but top of shock looks clean and does not show signs of previous leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sills nearside and offside [near chassis legs] parts obstructed by wheel arch lining (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear low effort from rear brakes[may require service]
    • AdvisoryDry coolant residue under bonnet but no signs of leaks

  2. Pass84,485 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    84,485 miles
    Test number
    868752436759
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner & outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner & outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine, rocker cover. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail84,485 miles (+11,083)1 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,485 miles
    Test number
    384552049022
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner & outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner & outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine, rocker cover. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass73,402 miles (+8,351)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    73,402 miles
    Test number
    909281979228
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Minor split. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D-bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine. (sump & rocker cover) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass65,051 miles (+3,281)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    65,051 miles
    Test number
    999791749071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass61,770 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    61,770 miles
    Test number
    813150332738
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides, (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides, (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing meets chassis, (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing meets chassis, (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides, (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail61,770 miles (+440)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,770 miles
    Test number
    930279665238
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides, (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides, (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing meets chassis, (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing meets chassis, (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides, (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass61,330 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    61,330 miles
    Test number
    741155987052
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Fail61,330 miles (+2,336)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,330 miles
    Test number
    126858268691
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  10. Pass58,994 miles (+2,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    58,994 miles
    Test number
    737953539799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass56,712 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    56,712 miles
    Test number
    190595146660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush back bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail56,712 miles (+1,813)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,712 miles
    Test number
    487560512543
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush back bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass54,899 miles (+1,641)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    54,899 miles
    Test number
    360970985782
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both rear (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass53,258 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,258 miles
    Test number
    343499498858
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail53,258 miles (+1,473)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,258 miles
    Test number
    427445516761
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass51,785 miles (+1,521)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,785 miles
    Test number
    656903665075
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass50,264 miles (+1,529)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    50,264 miles
    Test number
    826094764071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass48,735 miles (+1,551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,735 miles
    Test number
    107274063457
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Pass47,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,184 miles
    Test number
    829092972051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail47,184 miles (+2,020)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,184 miles
    Test number
    536082072054
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass45,164 miles (+2,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    45,164 miles
    Test number
    768888861066
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  22. Fail42,913 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,913 miles
    Test number
    351932860092
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  23. Pass42,913 miles (+2,526)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    42,913 miles
    Test number
    662692960091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  24. Pass40,387 miles (+3,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,387 miles
    Test number
    104383369418
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  25. Pass37,196 miles (+3,581)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    37,196 miles
    Test number
    604569758000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  26. Pass33,615 miles (+3,943)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,615 miles
    Test number
    173340467476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass29,672 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    29,672 miles
    Test number
    300032576059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Questions about T285 YPP

Does T285 YPP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T285 YPP expired on 18 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T285 YPP?
The MOT on T285 YPP expired on 18 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T285 YPP done?
T285 YPP was recorded at 94,414 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2025, an average of 3,414 miles a year.
Has T285 YPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T285 YPP has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T285 YPP 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 T285 YPP find?
T285 YPP failed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2025 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; rear spare wheel carrier insecure; rear suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nearside and offside trailing arm axle bushes, and 9 more.

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