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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,299 cc

T742 RNPMOT history

T742 RNP is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 26 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Dec 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 74,993 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Dec 2024
Mileage
74,993 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T742 RNP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T742 RNP was last recorded at 74,993 miles on 21 Aug 2025, 433 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,560 miles · 29 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
433 miles
Average per year
1,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,993 miles
  • 2023 – 74,560 miles
  • 2022 – 74,244 miles
  • 2020 – 72,560 miles
  • 2019 – 68,316 miles
  • 2018 – 66,322 miles
  • 2017 – 64,224 miles
  • 2016 – 63,091 miles
  • 2015 – 62,622 miles
  • 2014 – 61,259 miles
  • 2013 – 59,802 miles
  • 2012 – 58,568 miles
  • 2011 – 57,411 miles
  • 2010 – 56,181 miles
  • 2009 – 55,092 miles
  • 2008 – 53,448 miles
  • 2007 – 52,218 miles
  • 2006 – 50,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail74,993 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed showing cords (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting by drivers seat floor under side (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorRear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe and back box welding (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Corrosion to underside of vehicle

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail74,993 miles (+433)7 major1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,993 miles
    Test number
    230816214951
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed showing cords (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting by drivers seat floor under side (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe and back box welding (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Pass74,560 miles (+316)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    74,560 miles
    Test number
    516370673954
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle

  3. Pass74,244 miles (+1,684)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    74,244 miles
    Test number
    599029880877
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle

  4. Pass72,560 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    72,560 miles
    Test number
    353555162377
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle

  5. Fail72,560 miles (+59)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,560 miles
    Test number
    425215065503
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle

  6. Fail72,501 miles (+4,185)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,501 miles
    Test number
    179057757732
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral mirror missing
    • 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))

  7. Pass68,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    68,316 miles
    Test number
    290952627864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail68,316 miles (+3)2 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,316 miles
    Test number
    397513699037
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outter sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively back plate (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail68,313 miles (+1,991)3 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,313 miles
    Test number
    118191540583
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall of tyre perished to see cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall of tyre perished to see cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake performance not tested fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded

  10. Pass66,322 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    66,322 miles
    Test number
    254844863750
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 2 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes corroded

  11. Fail66,322 miles (+2,098)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,322 miles
    Test number
    561247828386
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 2 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes corroded

  12. Pass64,224 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    64,224 miles
    Test number
    804160339040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail64,223 miles (+1,132)14 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,223 miles
    Test number
    690651137347
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass63,091 miles (+469)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,091 miles
    Test number
    964579234043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass62,622 miles (+1,363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    62,622 miles
    Test number
    858514505111
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass61,259 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    61,259 miles
    Test number
    945254494002
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight front brake inbalance

  17. Fail61,259 miles (+1,457)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,259 miles
    Test number
    639304994012
    • FailureTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight front brake inbalance

  18. Pass59,802 miles (+1,234)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    59,802 miles
    Test number
    485042093043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,568 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    58,568 miles
    Test number
    977336082003
    • NoteBoth front and nearside rear tyres perished

  20. Fail58,568 miles (+1,157)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,568 miles
    Test number
    176636682423
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • NoteBoth front and nearside rear tyres perished

  21. Pass57,411 miles (+1,230)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    57,411 miles
    Test number
    248322101441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,181 miles (+1,089)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    56,181 miles
    Test number
    884718690058
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass55,092 miles (+1,644)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    55,092 miles
    Test number
    811911419120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,448 miles (+1,230)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    53,448 miles
    Test number
    721546198043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Pass52,218 miles (+1,274)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,218 miles
    Test number
    571846807127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSome cracking on sides wall of offside rear tyre

  26. Pass50,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    50,944 miles
    Test number
    901075516185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T742 RNP

Does T742 RNP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T742 RNP expired on 29 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T742 RNP?
The MOT on T742 RNP expired on 29 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T742 RNP done?
T742 RNP was recorded at 74,993 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2025, an average of 1,245 miles a year.
Has T742 RNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T742 RNP has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T742 RNP 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 T742 RNP find?
T742 RNP failed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2025 with 7 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides rear bushes; nearside front brake hose excessively chafed showing cords, and 14 more.

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