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Ford Fiesta

Bronze · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T404 JGCMOT history

T404 JGC is a bronze petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 131,046 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Dec 2025
Mileage
131,046 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T404 JGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T404 JGC was last recorded at 131,046 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 4,171 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Dec 2015: 75,107 miles, lower than 76,380 miles on 12 Nov 2015.
  • 6 Dec 2022: 117,504 miles, lower than 122,156 miles on 13 Dec 2021.

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
126,875 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,171 miles
Average per year
4,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 131,046 miles
  • 2024 – 126,875 miles
  • 2023 – 122,270 miles
  • 2022 – 117,508 miles
  • 2021 – 122,156 miles
  • 2020 – 106,456 miles
  • 2019 – 100,647 miles
  • 2018 – 93,782 miles
  • 2017 – 86,985 miles
  • 2016 – 80,283 miles
  • 2015 – 75,107 miles
  • 2014 – 68,307 miles
  • 2013 – 65,640 miles
  • 2012 – 60,439 miles
  • 2011 – 54,531 miles
  • 2010 – 47,551 miles
  • 2009 – 40,986 miles
  • 2008 – 37,768 miles
  • 2007 – 36,360 miles
  • 2006 – 34,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail131,046 miles
  • MajorCentral Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFuel tank leaking where filler neck goes into tank corroded (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail131,046 miles (+4,171)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,046 miles
    Test number
    296922077754
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFuel tank leaking where filler neck goes into tank corroded (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass126,875 miles (+122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    126,875 miles
    Test number
    101068334536
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail126,753 miles (+4,483)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,753 miles
    Test number
    629203626743
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass122,270 miles (+95)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    122,270 miles
    Test number
    634269492269
    • AdvisoryLight surface corrosion to both outer sills

  5. Fail122,175 miles (+4,667)1 dangerous9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,175 miles
    Test number
    897526810851
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield

  6. Pass117,508 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    117,508 miles
    Test number
    679662663030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail117,504 miles (-4,652)12 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,504 miles
    Test number
    889427044699
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass122,156 miles (+10,261)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    122,156 miles
    Test number
    443982186317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail111,895 miles (+5,439)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,895 miles
    Test number
    222248771674
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass106,456 miles (+238)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    106,456 miles
    Test number
    208653026668
    • AdvisoryFront fog light lenses missing/ broken both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive over gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail106,218 miles (+5,571)1 dangerous11 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,218 miles
    Test number
    367772295914
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction engine light not working (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear lamp damaged (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront fog light lenses missing/ broken both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive over gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass100,647 miles (+6,865)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    100,647 miles
    Test number
    996118444565
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass93,782 miles (+184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    93,782 miles
    Test number
    941284415817
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail93,598 miles (+6,613)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,598 miles
    Test number
    169807963555
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass86,985 miles (+6,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    86,985 miles
    Test number
    540314106646
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to rear brake pipes

  16. Pass80,283 miles (+5,176)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    80,283 miles
    Test number
    158074454255
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs pitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads close to minimum thickness
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to offside outer sill panel
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to rear metal brake pipes

  17. Pass75,107 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,107 miles
    Test number
    185734769697
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn

  18. Fail75,107 miles (-1,273)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,107 miles
    Test number
    287749484458
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill in places (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Passenger's seat insecure Seat base (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn

  19. Fail76,380 miles (+8,073)1 dangerous6 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,380 miles
    Test number
    387039595519
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.367 (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre pressure low
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear seat base loose
    • AdvisorySigns of coolant leak

  20. Pass68,307 miles (+2,667)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    68,307 miles
    Test number
    769548934366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  21. Fail65,640 miles5 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,640 miles
    Test number
    428566843413
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  22. Pass65,640 miles (+5,201)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    65,640 miles
    Test number
    459396143367
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  23. Pass60,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    60,439 miles
    Test number
    779223852102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail60,439 miles (+5,908)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,439 miles
    Test number
    905323752172
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass54,531 miles (+6,980)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    54,531 miles
    Test number
    277962851117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    47,551 miles
    Test number
    153997930114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail47,551 miles (+6,565)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,551 miles
    Test number
    274247330170
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass40,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    40,986 miles
    Test number
    113532149146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail40,986 miles (+3,218)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,986 miles
    Test number
    540171449199
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  30. Pass37,768 miles (+1,408)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,768 miles
    Test number
    800606538129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass36,360 miles (+2,297)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    36,360 miles
    Test number
    601108937133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail34,063 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,063 miles
    Test number
    470879926107
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  33. Pass34,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    34,063 miles
    Test number
    980899126150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T404 JGC

Does T404 JGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T404 JGC expired on 14 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T404 JGC?
The MOT on T404 JGC expired on 14 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T404 JGC done?
T404 JGC was recorded at 131,046 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 4,966 miles a year.
Has T404 JGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T404 JGC has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T404 JGC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 1 Dec 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T404 JGC find?
T404 JGC failed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 11 major defects and 2 advisories: central front exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak; emissions unable to be completed; fuel tank leaking where filler neck goes into tank corroded, and 10 more.

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