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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,299 cc

T74 LABMOT history

T74 LAB is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2021 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 89,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2021
Mileage
89,124 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2021
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T74 LAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T74 LAB was last recorded at 89,124 miles on 21 Oct 2021, 676 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Mar 2010: 75,432 miles, lower than 75,535 miles on 16 Mar 2010.

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
88,448 miles · 17 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
676 miles
Average per year
2,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 89,124 miles
  • 2020 – 88,448 miles
  • 2019 – 86,918 miles
  • 2018 – 85,549 miles
  • 2017 – 84,614 miles
  • 2016 – 83,536 miles
  • 2015 – 82,462 miles
  • 2014 – 81,423 miles
  • 2013 – 80,149 miles
  • 2012 – 78,900 miles
  • 2011 – 77,227 miles
  • 2010 – 75,432 miles
  • 2008 – 73,995 miles
  • 2007 – 72,910 miles
  • 2006 – 57,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,124 miles
  • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Off side sill corroded in numerous places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail89,124 miles (+676)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,124 miles
    Test number
    114928239667
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass88,448 miles (+1,530)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    88,448 miles
    Test number
    594348761339
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills slightly corroded

  3. Pass86,918 miles (+1,369)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,918 miles
    Test number
    145656944437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,549 miles (+935)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    85,549 miles
    Test number
    801109810446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,614 miles (+1,078)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,614 miles
    Test number
    193483942032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,536 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    83,536 miles
    Test number
    241420062775
    • 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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOff side sill corroded in numerous places
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail83,536 miles (+1,074)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,536 miles
    Test number
    456549730272
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outersill (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOff side sill corroded in numerous places
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass82,462 miles (+1,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    82,462 miles
    Test number
    208446285030
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  9. Pass81,423 miles (+1,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    81,423 miles
    Test number
    596680094034
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  10. Pass80,149 miles (+1,249)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    80,149 miles
    Test number
    635671883087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    78,900 miles
    Test number
    678360392000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,900 miles (+1,673)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,900 miles
    Test number
    916400392013
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  13. Pass77,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    77,227 miles
    Test number
    117167081088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail77,227 miles (+1,795)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,227 miles
    Test number
    169585181408
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass75,432 miles (-103)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    75,432 miles
    Test number
    790886870012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail75,535 miles (+1,540)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,535 miles
    Test number
    131515470041
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass73,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    73,995 miles
    Test number
    561750648372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,995 miles (+1,085)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,995 miles
    Test number
    311199238355
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • NoteUnable to open nearside rear door from inside or outside of vehicle

  19. Pass72,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    72,910 miles
    Test number
    751571337371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail72,910 miles (+15,429)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,910 miles
    Test number
    703213527330
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass57,481 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    57,481 miles
    Test number
    202042876113
    • NoteVehicle has some surface corrosion on underside, inner and outer sills.

  22. Fail57,473 miles (+1,133)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,473 miles
    Test number
    462610476150
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass56,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    56,340 miles
    Test number
    431907646008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T74 LAB

Does T74 LAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T74 LAB expired on 20 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T74 LAB?
The MOT on T74 LAB expired on 20 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T74 LAB done?
T74 LAB was recorded at 89,124 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2021, an average of 2,091 miles a year.
Has T74 LAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T74 LAB has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T74 LAB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Mar 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T74 LAB find?
T74 LAB failed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2021 with 7 major defects: front exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak; nearside outer integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear axle mount, and 4 more.

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