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Ford Fiesta

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

V51 DLCMOT history

V51 DLC is a green petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 103,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jan 2024
Mileage
103,316 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,598 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V51 DLC
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
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V51 DLC was last recorded at 103,316 miles on 19 Jan 2023, 1,162 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,154 miles · 15 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
1,162 miles
Average per year
3,598 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 103,316 miles
  • 2022 – 102,154 miles
  • 2021 – 100,605 miles
  • 2020 – 98,019 miles
  • 2019 – 94,515 miles
  • 2018 – 90,760 miles
  • 2016 – 87,441 miles
  • 2015 – 82,834 miles
  • 2014 – 80,015 miles
  • 2013 – 73,747 miles
  • 2012 – 66,631 miles
  • 2010 – 66,063 miles
  • 2009 – 62,938 miles
  • 2008 – 53,597 miles
  • 2007 – 46,514 miles
  • 2006 – 43,585 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,316 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,316 miles (+1,162)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    103,316 miles
    Test number
    101960510441
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass102,154 miles (+1,549)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    102,154 miles
    Test number
    255391414507
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    100,605 miles
    Test number
    788810408547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail100,605 miles (+2,586)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,605 miles
    Test number
    637269048469
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass98,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,019 miles
    Test number
    739279591040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail98,019 miles (+3,504)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,019 miles
    Test number
    747447683118
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass94,515 miles (+3,755)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    94,515 miles
    Test number
    258905491995
    • AdvisoryExhaust leak
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass90,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    90,760 miles
    Test number
    376045589081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,760 miles (+10)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,760 miles
    Test number
    912650679823
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  10. Fail90,750 miles (+3,309)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,750 miles
    Test number
    671248564973
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill slightly corroded

  11. Pass87,441 miles (+4,607)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    87,441 miles
    Test number
    225408024254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,834 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    82,834 miles
    Test number
    266203541968
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail82,834 miles (+2,819)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,834 miles
    Test number
    165345199597
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass80,015 miles (+48)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,015 miles
    Test number
    646808354334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOff side front door slightly damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail79,967 miles (+6,220)5 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,967 miles
    Test number
    499354554435
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOff side front door slightly damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass73,747 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    73,747 miles
    Test number
    269464763315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail73,746 miles (+7,115)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,746 miles
    Test number
    966094463311
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass66,631 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    66,631 miles
    Test number
    747504462322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Fail66,630 miles (+567)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,630 miles
    Test number
    215264962373
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  20. Pass66,063 miles (+3,125)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    66,063 miles
    Test number
    441198530418
    • Note1. body damage osf
    • Note2. coolant low
    • Note3. nsf wheel rim kerb damaged
    • Note4. steering metal pipes rusty
    • Note5. rear suspension top mounts worn to limit (lift)

  21. Pass62,938 miles (+9,341)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    62,938 miles
    Test number
    694439689253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,597 miles (+7,083)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    53,597 miles
    Test number
    524727378285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOsf road wheel steel

  23. Pass46,514 miles (+2,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    46,514 miles
    Test number
    672479077111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass43,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    43,585 miles
    Test number
    191284866104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V51 DLC

Does V51 DLC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V51 DLC expired on 19 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V51 DLC?
The MOT on V51 DLC expired on 19 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V51 DLC done?
V51 DLC was recorded at 103,316 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2023, an average of 3,598 miles a year.
Has V51 DLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V51 DLC has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on V51 DLC 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 V51 DLC find?
V51 DLC passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides.

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