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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,299 cc

T3 ESSMOT history

T3 ESS is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 21 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 69,100 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2026
Mileage
69,100 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T3 ESS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T3 ESS was last recorded at 69,100 miles on 17 Sept 2025, 273 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,827 miles · 27 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
273 miles
Average per year
1,990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 69,100 miles
  • 2024 – 68,827 miles
  • 2023 – 68,740 miles
  • 2022 – 66,321 miles
  • 2017 – 65,492 miles
  • 2016 – 63,602 miles
  • 2015 – 62,090 miles
  • 2014 – 57,044 miles
  • 2013 – 51,653 miles
  • 2012 – 51,024 miles
  • 2011 – 49,141 miles
  • 2010 – 45,485 miles
  • 2009 – 43,165 miles
  • 2008 – 38,831 miles
  • 2007 – 36,648 miles
  • 2006 – 31,862 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,100 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass69,100 miles (+273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    69,100 miles
    Test number
    290917851039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass68,827 miles (+87)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    68,827 miles
    Test number
    610234006057
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass68,740 miles (+2,419)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    68,740 miles
    Test number
    482318922454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass66,321 miles (+829)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    66,321 miles
    Test number
    727006671776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass65,492 miles (+1,890)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,492 miles
    Test number
    991136984561
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  6. Pass63,602 miles (+1,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    63,602 miles
    Test number
    340938368541
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  7. Fail62,090 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,090 miles
    Test number
    159750075140
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  8. Pass62,090 miles (+5,046)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    62,090 miles
    Test number
    289640075421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,044 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,044 miles
    Test number
    989681744150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail57,019 miles (+5,366)10 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,019 miles
    Test number
    506076924166
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSpare wheel insecure

  11. Pass51,653 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    51,653 miles
    Test number
    119400633195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail51,653 miles (+629)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,653 miles
    Test number
    457740433166
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass51,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,024 miles
    Test number
    659781732136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,024 miles (+1,883)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,024 miles
    Test number
    205780432483
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass49,141 miles (+3,656)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,141 miles
    Test number
    815963301107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,485 miles (+2,320)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    45,485 miles
    Test number
    842924420120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,165 miles (+4,334)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    43,165 miles
    Test number
    760885429131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,831 miles
    Test number
    432593738123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail38,831 miles (+2,183)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,831 miles
    Test number
    840083238161
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Pass36,648 miles (+4,786)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    36,648 miles
    Test number
    241513537342
    • NoteRear brakes only just passed brake test. advise the brakes to be stripped out & investigated.

  21. Pass31,862 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    31,862 miles
    Test number
    781772936305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,573 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,573 miles
    Test number
    980311516378
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)

Questions about T3 ESS

Does T3 ESS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T3 ESS expired on 29 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T3 ESS?
The MOT on T3 ESS expired on 29 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T3 ESS done?
T3 ESS was recorded at 69,100 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2025, an average of 1,990 miles a year.
Has T3 ESS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T3 ESS has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2015.
Has the mileage on T3 ESS 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 T3 ESS find?
T3 ESS passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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