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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,297 cc

T543 TFBMOT history

T543 TFB is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 86,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
86,256 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T543 TFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,297 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T543 TFB was last recorded at 86,256 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 1,602 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,654 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,602 miles
Average per year
2,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,256 miles
  • 2024 – 84,654 miles
  • 2023 – 79,272 miles
  • 2022 – 76,800 miles
  • 2021 – 74,098 miles
  • 2020 – 73,133 miles
  • 2019 – 72,234 miles
  • 2018 – 70,716 miles
  • 2017 – 69,268 miles
  • 2016 – 66,765 miles
  • 2015 – 65,168 miles
  • 2014 – 63,511 miles
  • 2013 – 60,896 miles
  • 2012 – 60,876 miles
  • 2011 – 60,417 miles
  • 2010 – 59,051 miles
  • 2009 – 57,184 miles
  • 2008 – 54,196 miles
  • 2007 – 51,733 miles
  • 2006 – 47,434 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,256 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,256 miles (+1,602)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    86,256 miles
    Test number
    676690778725
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass84,654 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    84,654 miles
    Test number
    774483719088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail84,567 miles (+5,295)2 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,567 miles
    Test number
    949217889946
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust holed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass79,272 miles (+2,472)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    79,272 miles
    Test number
    880482945707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass76,800 miles (+2,702)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    76,800 miles
    Test number
    688308256840
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass74,098 miles (+15)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    74,098 miles
    Test number
    886975130827
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Fail74,083 miles (+950)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,083 miles
    Test number
    985979080155
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass73,133 miles (+89)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    73,133 miles
    Test number
    483920374211
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  9. Fail73,044 miles (+810)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,044 miles
    Test number
    649911488282
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low not adjusting (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  10. Pass72,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,234 miles
    Test number
    251775255375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail72,234 miles (+1,518)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,234 miles
    Test number
    669734563959
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass70,716 miles (+1,448)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    70,716 miles
    Test number
    599383686267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play in drivers seat

  13. Pass69,268 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    69,268 miles
    Test number
    747247190944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,264 miles (+2,499)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,264 miles
    Test number
    205200693915
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working came on as bonnet shut (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. handbrake reading 77 low reading (internal leaver seized) (3.7.B.6b)

  15. Pass66,765 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    66,765 miles
    Test number
    607597810085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion; Inner & Outer sills, Floor, Chassis, Rear axle, Exhaust, Front sub frame
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Flat
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail66,765 miles (+1,597)3 failures3 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,765 miles
    Test number
    489372809046
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front pipe joint (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion; Inner & Outer sills, Floor, Chassis, Rear axle, Exhaust, Front sub frame
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Flat
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass65,168 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    65,168 miles
    Test number
    770586833463
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight exhaust blow front pipe joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Mirror insecure
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion; Inner & Outer sills, Floor, Front subframe, Rear axle, Front suspension arm, Sump, Rear shocks
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail65,168 miles (+1,657)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,168 miles
    Test number
    205811362839
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight exhaust blow front pipe joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Mirror insecure
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion; Inner & Outer sills, Floor, Front subframe, Rear axle, Front suspension arm, Sump, Rear shocks
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass63,511 miles (+2,615)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    63,511 miles
    Test number
    435413004301
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight corrosion; exhaust, rear axle, front subframe, nearside rear shock, inner sills, sump, power steering pipe

  20. Pass60,896 miles11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    60,896 miles
    Test number
    195959703338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteSlight corrosion; Exhaust, Sump, Rear axle

  21. Fail60,896 miles (+5)1 repaired11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,896 miles
    Test number
    627999003340
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteSlight corrosion; Exhaust, Sump, Rear axle

  22. Fail60,891 miles (+15)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,891 miles
    Test number
    438441003449
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished and damaged sidewall

  23. Pass60,876 miles (+459)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,876 miles
    Test number
    227856002255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass60,417 miles (+1,366)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    60,417 miles
    Test number
    209619491171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass59,051 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    59,051 miles
    Test number
    980839000292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail59,048 miles (+1,864)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,048 miles
    Test number
    480088400222
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  27. Pass57,184 miles (+2,988)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    57,184 miles
    Test number
    250208809268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass54,196 miles (+2,463)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    54,196 miles
    Test number
    311572518258
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass51,733 miles (+4,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    51,733 miles
    Test number
    803002617249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass47,434 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    47,434 miles
    Test number
    684432816211
    • NoteSlight imbalance on rear brakes

Questions about T543 TFB

Does T543 TFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T543 TFB is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T543 TFB?
The MOT on T543 TFB is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T543 TFB done?
T543 TFB was recorded at 86,256 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 2,010 miles a year.
Has T543 TFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T543 TFB has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T543 TFB 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 T543 TFB find?
T543 TFB passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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