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Ford Fiesta

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

V42 ETTMOT history

V42 ETT is a purple petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 113,573 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
113,573 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 ETT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 ETT was last recorded at 113,573 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,573 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,573 miles
  • 2024 – 104,124 miles
  • 2023 – 99,677 miles
  • 2022 – 94,857 miles
  • 2021 – 90,159 miles
  • 2020 – 86,262 miles
  • 2019 – 83,077 miles
  • 2017 – 82,118 miles
  • 2016 – 72,788 miles
  • 2015 – 60,269 miles
  • 2014 – 48,024 miles
  • 2013 – 34,151 miles
  • 2012 – 26,888 miles
  • 2011 – 20,444 miles
  • 2010 – 19,247 miles
  • 2009 – 17,969 miles
  • 2008 – 16,563 miles
  • 2007 – 14,749 miles
  • 2006 – 12,252 miles
  • 2005 – 9,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,573 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,573 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    113,573 miles
    Test number
    797683015787
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail113,573 miles (+9,449)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,573 miles
    Test number
    490101448597
    • 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 Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspention mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn [rear] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass104,124 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    104,124 miles
    Test number
    209484991059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail104,122 miles (+4,445)1 dangerous7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,122 miles
    Test number
    136395864748
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure n/s/f bolt (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mount inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail/inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass99,677 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    99,677 miles
    Test number
    378891593045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail99,677 miles (+4,820)3 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,677 miles
    Test number
    869910958986
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass94,857 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    94,857 miles
    Test number
    922239750137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front suspension components

  8. Fail94,857 miles (+4,698)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,857 miles
    Test number
    276584710806
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front suspension components

  9. Pass90,159 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    90,159 miles
    Test number
    328237129894
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to front suspension components

  10. Fail90,159 miles (+3,897)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,159 miles
    Test number
    100109843134
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to front suspension components

  11. Pass86,262 miles (+3,185)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    86,262 miles
    Test number
    750801649671
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion from front suspension components

  12. Pass83,077 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,077 miles
    Test number
    646701318310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front brake discs
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear brake pipe unions

  13. Pass83,058 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    83,058 miles
    Test number
    599806362516
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in front discs
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion in rear brake pipe unions

  14. Fail83,042 miles (+924)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,042 miles
    Test number
    207503359888
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front of o/s body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in front brake discs
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion in rear brake pipe unions

  15. Pass82,118 miles (+9,330)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    82,118 miles
    Test number
    422716708487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear chassis slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body sill corroded but not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass72,788 miles (+12,519)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,788 miles
    Test number
    811185708832
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in front end of o/s body sill but not excessive

  17. Pass60,269 miles (+12,245)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    60,269 miles
    Test number
    892575549925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,024 miles (+13,873)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    48,024 miles
    Test number
    617646254364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn slightly uneven on inside edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn slightly uneven on inside edge

  19. Pass34,151 miles (+7,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    34,151 miles
    Test number
    308247723314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass26,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    26,888 miles
    Test number
    119999222327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,888 miles (+6,444)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,888 miles
    Test number
    717149222342
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  22. Pass20,444 miles (+1,197)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    20,444 miles
    Test number
    388886831351
    • NoteFront brakes corroded
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

  23. Pass19,247 miles (+1,278)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    19,247 miles
    Test number
    280473020365
    • NoteCracking in rear tyres

  24. Pass17,969 miles (+1,406)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    17,969 miles
    Test number
    552473609364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,563 miles (+1,814)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    16,563 miles
    Test number
    983475308346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass14,749 miles (+2,497)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    14,749 miles
    Test number
    222780307362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass12,252 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    12,252 miles
    Test number
    674458596213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass9,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    9,960 miles
    Test number
    593410305329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V42 ETT

Does V42 ETT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V42 ETT expired on 23 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V42 ETT?
The MOT on V42 ETT expired on 23 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V42 ETT done?
V42 ETT was recorded at 113,573 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 5,183 miles a year.
Has V42 ETT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 ETT has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on V42 ETT 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 V42 ETT find?
V42 ETT passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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