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Ford Fiesta

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T973 JWEMOT history

T973 JWE is a green petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 13 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 85,823 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jul 2024
Mileage
85,823 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,564 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T973 JWE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T973 JWE was last recorded at 85,823 miles on 27 Aug 2024, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,807 miles · 14 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
2,564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 85,823 miles
  • 2023 – 85,807 miles
  • 2022 – 82,732 miles
  • 2021 – 76,750 miles
  • 2019 – 73,698 miles
  • 2018 – 69,836 miles
  • 2017 – 68,092 miles
  • 2013 – 64,552 miles
  • 2012 – 61,042 miles
  • 2011 – 56,483 miles
  • 2010 – 52,676 miles
  • 2009 – 49,239 miles
  • 2008 – 45,057 miles
  • 2007 – 42,958 miles
  • 2006 – 40,817 miles
  • 2005 – 37,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail85,823 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust system 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail85,823 miles (+16)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,823 miles
    Test number
    509554539872
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  2. Pass85,807 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    85,807 miles
    Test number
    204870322655
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail85,806 miles (+4)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,806 miles
    Test number
    597625456649
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Fail85,802 miles (+9)3 major1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,802 miles
    Test number
    561789109514
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Fouling gear linkage (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fog lights inoperative
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Filler pipe at fuel tank end excessively corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Fitted incorrectly causing exhaust to foul rear bumper and chassis - exhaust heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is heavily corroded underneath
  5. Fail85,793 miles (+3,061)10 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,793 miles
    Test number
    321177887787
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Lower section of wing. (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSpare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust contacting chassis due to poor fitment but not leaking or at risk of detaching.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights inoperative.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced overall chassis heavily corroded, previously repaired and holed in several areas outside prescribed areas. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass82,732 miles (+5,982)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    82,732 miles
    Test number
    833686598321
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryMajor welding repairs to underside of vehicle
  7. Pass76,750 miles (+3,052)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    76,750 miles
    Test number
    404380502011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,698 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    73,698 miles
    Test number
    287489257048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail73,698 miles (+3,862)1 dangerous8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,698 miles
    Test number
    518500222081
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass69,836 miles (+1,744)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    69,836 miles
    Test number
    637818627486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear flexi brake pipe ferrules corroded
  11. Pass68,092 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    68,092 miles
    Test number
    841150631227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wing damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe fouling rear bumper
  12. Fail68,091 miles (+13)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,091 miles
    Test number
    815399205237
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/55/14 (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/55/14 (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wing damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe fouling rear bumper
  13. Fail68,078 miles (+3,526)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,078 miles
    Test number
    604997654765
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed very difficult to open and close (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe slightly chafed rubbing on gear linkage steady bar (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing damaged and covered with thick tape
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre deteriorating
  14. Pass64,552 miles (+3,510)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    64,552 miles
    Test number
    895238063288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,042 miles (+4,559)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    61,042 miles
    Test number
    318080682460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail56,483 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,483 miles
    Test number
    167563281298
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  17. Pass56,483 miles (+3,807)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    56,483 miles
    Test number
    376923381404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,676 miles (+3,437)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    52,676 miles
    Test number
    954451480257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,239 miles (+4,182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    49,239 miles
    Test number
    740368579207
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass45,057 miles (+2,099)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    45,057 miles
    Test number
    174521588289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,958 miles (+2,141)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    42,958 miles
    Test number
    790305157250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,817 miles (+3,435)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    40,817 miles
    Test number
    141895276229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    37,382 miles
    Test number
    771869375205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T973 JWE

Does T973 JWE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T973 JWE expired on 13 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T973 JWE?
The MOT on T973 JWE expired on 13 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T973 JWE done?
T973 JWE was recorded at 85,823 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2024, an average of 2,564 miles a year.
Has T973 JWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T973 JWE has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T973 JWE 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 T973 JWE find?
T973 JWE failed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2024 with 4 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside front headlamp not working on main beam; nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front coil spring fractured or broken, and 9 more.

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