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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T541 LAUMOT history

T541 LAU is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 10 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 63,296 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
63,296 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T541 LAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T541 LAU was last recorded at 63,296 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 1,669 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,627 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,669 miles
Average per year
2,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,296 miles
  • 2024 – 61,627 miles
  • 2023 – 59,861 miles
  • 2022 – 58,606 miles
  • 2021 – 57,160 miles
  • 2020 – 54,733 miles
  • 2019 – 48,378 miles
  • 2018 – 42,944 miles
  • 2017 – 36,104 miles
  • 2016 – 29,662 miles
  • 2015 – 22,887 miles
  • 2014 – 17,794 miles
  • 2013 – 16,665 miles
  • 2012 – 16,661 miles
  • 2011 – 15,686 miles
  • 2010 – 15,410 miles
  • 2009 – 15,154 miles
  • 2008 – 14,933 miles
  • 2007 – 14,179 miles
  • 2006 – 12,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,296 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,296 miles (+1,669)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    63,296 miles
    Test number
    286959158513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass61,627 miles (+61)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    61,627 miles
    Test number
    316715376368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail61,566 miles (+1,705)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,566 miles
    Test number
    942754579839
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass59,861 miles (+1,255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    59,861 miles
    Test number
    945964250846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass58,606 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    58,606 miles
    Test number
    286093256689
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail58,601 miles (+1,441)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,601 miles
    Test number
    324156333682
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged

  7. Pass57,160 miles (+39)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    57,160 miles
    Test number
    746393817215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Fail57,121 miles (+2,388)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,121 miles
    Test number
    318271651563
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outter cill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass54,733 miles (+6,355)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    54,733 miles
    Test number
    959792992085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass48,378 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    48,378 miles
    Test number
    386132656912
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail48,378 miles (+5,434)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,378 miles
    Test number
    704184395254
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass42,944 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    42,944 miles
    Test number
    359350780710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush axle bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush axle bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail42,944 miles (+6,840)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,944 miles
    Test number
    191443889056
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush axle bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush axle bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass36,104 miles (+210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    36,104 miles
    Test number
    536649045978
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail35,894 miles (+6,232)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,894 miles
    Test number
    406148293465
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass29,662 miles (+140)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    29,662 miles
    Test number
    323716100041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail29,522 miles (+6,635)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,522 miles
    Test number
    233074554135
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass22,887 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    22,887 miles
    Test number
    468566905179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail22,812 miles (+5,018)2 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,812 miles
    Test number
    989005505108
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass17,794 miles (+1,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    17,794 miles
    Test number
    338994314165
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass16,665 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    16,665 miles
    Test number
    906902303008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail16,661 miles (+975)12 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,661 miles
    Test number
    756603362336
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pedal does not operate a brake fitted to each wheel (3.3.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass15,686 miles (+87)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    15,686 miles
    Test number
    617648041353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass15,599 miles (+189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    15,599 miles
    Test number
    259538181044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass15,410 miles (+256)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    15,410 miles
    Test number
    491306000126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass15,154 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    15,154 miles
    Test number
    251755309481
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Fail15,153 miles (+220)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,153 miles
    Test number
    484904509191
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pedal does not operate a brake fitted to each wheel (3.3.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass14,933 miles (+754)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    14,933 miles
    Test number
    194610048142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass14,179 miles (+1,304)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    14,179 miles
    Test number
    962568677046
    • NoteHand brake high

  30. Pass12,875 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    12,875 miles
    Test number
    200876896006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T541 LAU

Does T541 LAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T541 LAU is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T541 LAU?
The MOT on T541 LAU is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T541 LAU done?
T541 LAU was recorded at 63,296 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 2,574 miles a year.
Has T541 LAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T541 LAU has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T541 LAU 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 T541 LAU find?
T541 LAU passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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