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Ford Fiesta

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T588 JBCMOT history

T588 JBC is a silver petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 72,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2026
Mileage
72,426 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T588 JBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T588 JBC was last recorded at 72,426 miles on 25 Jan 2025, 4,138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Jan 2024: 68,288 miles, lower than 92,533 miles on 27 Jan 2023.

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
68,288 miles · 20 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
4,138 miles
Average per year
2,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,426 miles
  • 2024 – 68,288 miles
  • 2023 – 92,533 miles
  • 2022 – 85,195 miles
  • 2021 – 77,201 miles
  • 2019 – 67,522 miles
  • 2018 – 58,451 miles
  • 2017 – 57,280 miles
  • 2016 – 55,820 miles
  • 2015 – 54,381 miles
  • 2014 – 52,804 miles
  • 2013 – 50,179 miles
  • 2012 – 47,425 miles
  • 2011 – 44,964 miles
  • 2010 – 42,271 miles
  • 2009 – 39,759 miles
  • 2008 – 36,962 miles
  • 2007 – 34,189 miles
  • 2006 – 30,942 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,426 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play in top mount
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from gear selector seal at gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear reverse light not working (not testable for year)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both rear suspension beam bushes worn but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass72,426 miles (+4,138)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    72,426 miles
    Test number
    809137978392
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play in top mount
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass68,288 miles (-24,245)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    68,288 miles
    Test number
    995094537438
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass92,533 miles (+87)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    92,533 miles
    Test number
    931408845970
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from gear selector seal at gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reverse light not working (not testable for year)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both rear suspension beam bushes worn but not excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail92,446 miles (+7,251)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,446 miles
    Test number
    430461310206
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush upper shock bush worn (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from gear selector seal at gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reverse light not working (not testable for year)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both rear suspension beam bushes worn but not excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass85,195 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    85,195 miles
    Test number
    758714693790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,187 miles (+7,986)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,187 miles
    Test number
    244792880840
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass77,201 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    77,201 miles
    Test number
    803088750083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail77,199 miles (+9,677)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,199 miles
    Test number
    390864105031
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass67,522 miles (+9,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,522 miles
    Test number
    741650809833
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass58,451 miles (+1,171)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    58,451 miles
    Test number
    532065872866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,280 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,280 miles
    Test number
    943889468623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail57,279 miles (+1,459)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,279 miles
    Test number
    752587328153
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn on inner and outer edges
  13. Pass55,820 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,820 miles
    Test number
    654871536388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush deteriorated (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel high
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear handbrake cable corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre nail
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread damage (cut)
  14. Fail55,820 miles (+1,439)1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,820 miles
    Test number
    328429340322
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush deteriorated (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel high
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear handbrake cable corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre nail
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread damage (cut)
  15. Pass54,381 miles (+1,577)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    54,381 miles
    Test number
    739981735150
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteHandbrake travel high
    • NoteNearside and offside front wiper blades slight split
    • NoteNearside and offside handbrake cable corroded
    • NoteNearside front lower wishbone bush deteriorated(but not resulting in any movement )
    • NoteNearside front tyre uneven tread wear
    • NoteRear wiper blade split
  16. Pass52,804 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    52,804 miles
    Test number
    148702724175
    • 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)
  17. Fail52,799 miles (+2,620)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,799 miles
    Test number
    265731624480
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)
  18. Pass50,179 miles (+2,754)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    50,179 miles
    Test number
    288749923451
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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 linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  19. Pass47,425 miles (+35)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,425 miles
    Test number
    146686972414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  20. Fail47,390 miles (+2,426)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,390 miles
    Test number
    299488062097
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  21. Pass44,964 miles (+2,693)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,964 miles
    Test number
    179780661470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear brake pipes are nott 100% supported, some body clips broken
    • NoteWindscreen wipers are worn and smear slightly
  22. Pass42,271 miles (+2,512)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    42,271 miles
    Test number
    700855470088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,759 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    39,759 miles
    Test number
    972954269083
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  24. Fail39,759 miles (+2,797)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,759 miles
    Test number
    422813269067
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  25. Pass36,962 miles (+2,773)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,962 miles
    Test number
    414317948083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    34,189 miles
    Test number
    153869457011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail34,189 miles (+3,247)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,189 miles
    Test number
    660629757008
    • DangerousExcessive hand and foot brake travel
    • FailureNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear brake hoses twisted
  28. Pass30,942 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    30,942 miles
    Test number
    532297266002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T588 JBC

Does T588 JBC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T588 JBC expired on 26 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T588 JBC?
The MOT on T588 JBC expired on 26 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T588 JBC done?
T588 JBC was recorded at 72,426 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2025, an average of 2,197 miles a year.
Has T588 JBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T588 JBC has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T588 JBC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Jan 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T588 JBC find?
T588 JBC passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front slight play in top mount, and 2 more.

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