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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T972 DCDMOT history

T972 DCD is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 1 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 75,229 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2023
Mileage
75,229 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,508 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T972 DCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T972 DCD was last recorded at 75,229 miles on 4 Oct 2022, 5,999 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,230 miles · 9 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
5,999 miles
Average per year
2,508 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 75,229 miles
  • 2021 – 69,230 miles
  • 2020 – 67,617 miles
  • 2019 – 61,953 miles
  • 2018 – 52,828 miles
  • 2017 – 52,610 miles
  • 2016 – 52,165 miles
  • 2015 – 51,437 miles
  • 2014 – 50,475 miles
  • 2013 – 49,234 miles
  • 2012 – 47,426 miles
  • 2011 – 44,558 miles
  • 2010 – 42,516 miles
  • 2009 – 40,958 miles
  • 2008 – 39,401 miles
  • 2007 – 36,568 miles
  • 2006 – 33,921 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,229 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,229 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    75,229 miles
    Test number
    178986130274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail75,201 miles (+5,971)1 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,201 miles
    Test number
    591713645658
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass69,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    69,230 miles
    Test number
    689030562676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail69,230 miles (+1,613)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,230 miles
    Test number
    184645419493
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass67,617 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    67,617 miles
    Test number
    962107266164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRust just starting on door sills ?

  6. Fail67,617 miles (+5,664)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,617 miles
    Test number
    455736348337
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRust just starting on door sills ?

  7. Pass61,953 miles (+9,125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    61,953 miles
    Test number
    751614975023
    • AdvisoryInner and outer sills rusting///both front tyres wearing on inner edges///nearside rear metal brake pipe starting to rust///both rear brake flex hoses starting to perish

  8. Pass52,828 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    52,828 miles
    Test number
    305742460083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail52,819 miles (+209)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,819 miles
    Test number
    656829343130
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass52,610 miles (+445)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    52,610 miles
    Test number
    608449223297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,165 miles (+728)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    52,165 miles
    Test number
    958719739189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced outer sill (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced outer sill (2.4.G.1)

  12. Fail51,437 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,437 miles
    Test number
    465113085045
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass51,437 miles (+962)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,437 miles
    Test number
    875813785002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,475 miles (+1,241)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    50,475 miles
    Test number
    419473164085
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth outer rear sills corroded slightly
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly

  15. Pass49,234 miles (+1,808)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,234 miles
    Test number
    845089773025
    • NoteN/s/r tyre slightly out of shape
    • NoteRear brakes slightly uneven

  16. Pass47,426 miles (+2,868)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,426 miles
    Test number
    389639182094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass44,558 miles (+2,042)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,558 miles
    Test number
    107848471071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,516 miles (+1,558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    42,516 miles
    Test number
    120475680074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass40,958 miles (+1,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    40,958 miles
    Test number
    742098709187
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass39,401 miles (+2,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    39,401 miles
    Test number
    370963908188
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass36,568 miles (+2,647)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    36,568 miles
    Test number
    303074107184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    33,921 miles
    Test number
    391945606133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T972 DCD

Does T972 DCD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T972 DCD expired on 3 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T972 DCD?
The MOT on T972 DCD expired on 3 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T972 DCD done?
T972 DCD was recorded at 75,229 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2022, an average of 2,508 miles a year.
Has T972 DCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T972 DCD has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T972 DCD 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 T972 DCD find?
T972 DCD passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2022 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted, and 5 more.

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