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Fiat Seicento

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,108 cc

T493 KJXMOT history

T493 KJX is a yellow petrol Fiat Seicento first used on 7 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 36,588 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2023
Mileage
36,588 mi
At MOT on 17 May 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T493 KJX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Seicento
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,108 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2023
Latest MOT test
17 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T493 KJX was last recorded at 36,588 miles on 17 May 2023, 788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,800 miles · 19 May 2022
Between the last two tests
788 miles
Average per year
1,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 36,588 miles
  • 2022 – 35,800 miles
  • 2021 – 34,906 miles
  • 2020 – 34,051 miles
  • 2019 – 33,019 miles
  • 2018 – 31,855 miles
  • 2017 – 30,740 miles
  • 2016 – 29,583 miles
  • 2015 – 28,583 miles
  • 2014 – 27,362 miles
  • 2013 – 24,568 miles
  • 2012 – 23,019 miles
  • 2011 – 21,921 miles
  • 2010 – 20,720 miles
  • 2009 – 19,510 miles
  • 2008 – 18,127 miles
  • 2007 – 16,563 miles
  • 2006 – 15,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail36,588 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective Insecure (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective Insecure (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Lower Underside of vehicle suspension / sub-frames corroding.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail36,588 miles (+788)7 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,588 miles
    Test number
    333321011999
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective Insecure (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective Insecure (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass35,800 miles (+894)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    35,800 miles
    Test number
    632672439655
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass34,906 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    34,906 miles
    Test number
    565475833774
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail34,906 miles (+855)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,906 miles
    Test number
    740577487285
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/55r13 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass34,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2021
    Odometer
    34,051 miles
    Test number
    689242812134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail34,051 miles (+1,032)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,051 miles
    Test number
    224708841473
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass33,019 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    33,019 miles
    Test number
    328267162665
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlight electric / manual height adjuster is missing. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Electric height adjuster is inoperative. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Underside of vehicle suspension / sub-frames corroding.
    • AdvisoryMain beam hold to flash operation intermittent.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail33,019 miles (+1,164)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,019 miles
    Test number
    451053217194
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlight electric / manual height adjuster is missing. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Electric height adjuster is inoperative. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Underside of vehicle suspension / sub-frames corroding.
    • AdvisoryMain beam hold to flash operation intermittent.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass31,855 miles (+1,115)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    31,855 miles
    Test number
    509590410849
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp main beam manual flash operation erratic.
    • AdvisoryLower Underside of vehicle components starting to corrode : Sub-frame Suspension and parts of chasis. etc
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Electric height adjuster inoperative. (1.7.5a)

  10. Pass30,740 miles (+1,157)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    30,740 miles
    Test number
    291350836728
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryMany components on underside of vehicle have corrosion

  11. Pass29,583 miles (+1,000)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    29,583 miles
    Test number
    761145876546
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  12. Pass28,583 miles (+1,221)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    28,583 miles
    Test number
    165669035184
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront exhaust flexi deteriorating
    • NoteSlight coolant leak from radiator

  13. Pass27,362 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    27,362 miles
    Test number
    619209134191
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Fail27,362 miles (+2,794)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,362 miles
    Test number
    155194634152
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass24,568 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,568 miles
    Test number
    885242623156
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail24,568 miles (+1,549)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,568 miles
    Test number
    599121623158
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass23,019 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    23,019 miles
    Test number
    235999822409
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres tread worn low on edges

  18. Fail23,019 miles (+1,098)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,019 miles
    Test number
    129739722190
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres tread worn low on edges

  19. Pass21,921 miles (+1,201)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    21,921 miles
    Test number
    719650041137
    • NoteBoth front tyre worn low on edges
    • NoteSeveral brake pipes have slight corrosion

  20. Pass20,720 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2011
    Odometer
    20,720 miles
    Test number
    592032140156
    • NoteNsr and osr tyre outer walls cracked

  21. Fail20,720 miles (+1,210)2 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,720 miles
    Test number
    420791640131
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNsr and osr tyre outer walls cracked

  22. Pass19,510 miles (+1,383)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    19,510 miles
    Test number
    710541149134
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brakes have slight drag
    • NoteOffside front tyre wall perishing

  23. Pass18,127 miles (+1,564)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    18,127 miles
    Test number
    211068528443
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront tyres walls starting to perish

  24. Fail16,563 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,563 miles
    Test number
    101684137124
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteMinor blow from front joint of exhaust
    • NoteOffside front brake has slight drag

  25. Pass16,563 miles (+1,511)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    16,563 miles
    Test number
    763414437180
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteMinor blow from front joint of exhaust
    • NoteOffside front brake has slight drag

  26. Pass15,052 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    15,052 miles
    Test number
    783088726180
    • NoteMinor exhaust blow

Questions about T493 KJX

Does T493 KJX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T493 KJX expired on 19 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T493 KJX?
The MOT on T493 KJX expired on 19 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T493 KJX done?
T493 KJX was recorded at 36,588 miles at its MOT on 17 May 2023, an average of 1,265 miles a year.
Has T493 KJX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T493 KJX has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T493 KJX 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 T493 KJX find?
T493 KJX failed its latest MOT on 17 May 2023 with 7 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test and 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp aim too low; nearside front headlamp reflector seriously defective insecure; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch area, and 7 more.

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