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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T681 YNUMOT history

T681 YNU is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 8 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 79,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jan 2026
Mileage
79,391 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
1,912 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T681 YNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T681 YNU was last recorded at 79,391 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 711 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,680 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
711 miles
Average per year
1,912 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,391 miles
  • 2025 – 78,680 miles
  • 2024 – 75,015 miles
  • 2023 – 72,101 miles
  • 2022 – 68,011 miles
  • 2021 – 66,020 miles
  • 2020 – 65,986 miles
  • 2019 – 65,681 miles
  • 2018 – 63,869 miles
  • 2017 – 63,765 miles
  • 2016 – 63,297 miles
  • 2015 – 63,120 miles
  • 2014 – 63,046 miles
  • 2013 – 62,114 miles
  • 2012 – 61,148 miles
  • 2011 – 59,723 miles
  • 2010 – 56,321 miles
  • 2009 – 52,302 miles
  • 2008 – 47,599 miles
  • 2007 – 44,526 miles
  • 2006 – 41,812 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail79,391 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 20 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail79,391 miles (+711)4 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,391 miles
    Test number
    182937164513
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (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))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass78,680 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    78,680 miles
    Test number
    479157402098
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both Sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail78,680 miles (+3,665)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,680 miles
    Test number
    492517550488
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both Sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass75,015 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    75,015 miles
    Test number
    378076252086
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail75,015 miles (+2,914)3 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,015 miles
    Test number
    943710841906
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass72,101 miles (+62)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    72,101 miles
    Test number
    646056236606
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail72,039 miles (+4,028)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,039 miles
    Test number
    778522227769
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass68,011 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    68,011 miles
    Test number
    288811771784
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail68,011 miles (+1,991)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,011 miles
    Test number
    205826142044
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass66,020 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    66,020 miles
    Test number
    743609694390
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass65,986 miles (+305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    65,986 miles
    Test number
    693822122157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass65,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    65,681 miles
    Test number
    196660141350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail65,681 miles (+1,812)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,681 miles
    Test number
    966292434322
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  14. Pass63,869 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    63,869 miles
    Test number
    537054083360
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail63,869 miles (+104)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,869 miles
    Test number
    888707369200
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass63,765 miles (+468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    63,765 miles
    Test number
    819936006527
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass63,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    63,297 miles
    Test number
    211508972030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail63,297 miles (+177)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,297 miles
    Test number
    992025399088
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass63,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    63,120 miles
    Test number
    608461045101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,120 miles (+74)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,120 miles
    Test number
    968831245116
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass63,046 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    63,046 miles
    Test number
    657342544165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  22. Fail63,046 miles (+932)1 failure7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,046 miles
    Test number
    696381944178
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES STARTING TO CRACK
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  23. Pass62,114 miles (+966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    62,114 miles
    Test number
    707931643129
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  24. Fail61,148 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,148 miles
    Test number
    325105832124
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass61,148 miles (+1,425)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    61,148 miles
    Test number
    338595732186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass59,723 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    59,723 miles
    Test number
    258072641403
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Fail59,723 miles (+3,402)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,723 miles
    Test number
    275932741174
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass56,321 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    56,321 miles
    Test number
    902747620108
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  29. Fail56,321 miles (+4,019)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,321 miles
    Test number
    123517420199
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  30. Pass52,302 miles (+4,703)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    52,302 miles
    Test number
    680764639159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass47,599 miles (+3,073)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    47,599 miles
    Test number
    342812948148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass44,526 miles (+275)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,526 miles
    Test number
    433089247187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail44,251 miles (+2,439)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,251 miles
    Test number
    514799337169
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  34. Pass41,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    41,812 miles
    Test number
    874210346104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T681 YNU

Does T681 YNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T681 YNU expired on 16 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T681 YNU?
The MOT on T681 YNU expired on 16 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T681 YNU done?
T681 YNU was recorded at 79,391 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 1,912 miles a year.
Has T681 YNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T681 YNU has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T681 YNU 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 T681 YNU find?
T681 YNU failed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 4 major defects, 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside rear lower suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 5 more.

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