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Ford Fiesta

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

V639 FBUMOT history

V639 FBU is a white petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 3 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2022 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 63,741 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2022
Mileage
63,741 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V639 FBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V639 FBU was last recorded at 63,741 miles on 25 Aug 2022, 2,078 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,663 miles · 10 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
2,078 miles
Average per year
2,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 63,741 miles
  • 2021 – 61,663 miles
  • 2020 – 60,694 miles
  • 2019 – 59,526 miles
  • 2018 – 57,750 miles
  • 2017 – 56,351 miles
  • 2016 – 55,042 miles
  • 2015 – 53,115 miles
  • 2014 – 51,697 miles
  • 2012 – 46,801 miles
  • 2011 – 42,513 miles
  • 2010 – 37,704 miles
  • 2009 – 33,929 miles
  • 2008 – 29,026 miles
  • 2007 – 22,836 miles
  • 2006 – 20,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail63,741 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorRear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorRear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail63,741 miles (+2,078)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,741 miles
    Test number
    735459811410
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Pass61,663 miles (+969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    61,663 miles
    Test number
    965763225979
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside inner and outer sills corroded

  3. Pass60,694 miles (+1,168)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    60,694 miles
    Test number
    988725843055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  4. Pass59,526 miles (+1,776)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    59,526 miles
    Test number
    682292400922
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded/inner
    • AdvisoryFront brake linings wearing thin
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear flexi brake hoses perished

  5. Pass57,750 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    57,750 miles
    Test number
    421466307575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail57,747 miles (+1,396)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,747 miles
    Test number
    133914163014
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass56,351 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    56,351 miles
    Test number
    612882577527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail56,343 miles (+1,301)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,343 miles
    Test number
    348061406875
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill area (2.4.A.3)

  9. Pass55,042 miles (+1,927)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    55,042 miles
    Test number
    238920779485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,115 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    53,115 miles
    Test number
    299116695136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail53,112 miles (+1,415)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,112 miles
    Test number
    305545695170
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass51,697 miles (+4,896)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    51,697 miles
    Test number
    268531354416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre wall perished

  13. Pass46,801 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    46,801 miles
    Test number
    595528142353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,797 miles (+4,284)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,797 miles
    Test number
    915387042337
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass42,513 miles (+4,809)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    42,513 miles
    Test number
    989345311397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,704 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    37,704 miles
    Test number
    372133250235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail37,702 miles (+3,773)7 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,702 miles
    Test number
    680202750297
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass33,929 miles (+4,903)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    33,929 miles
    Test number
    911068119264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,026 miles
    Test number
    203148878180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail29,023 miles (+6,187)2 dangerous1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,023 miles
    Test number
    500548378181
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass22,836 miles (+2,479)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    22,836 miles
    Test number
    652855457115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    20,357 miles
    Test number
    653296726244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail20,357 miles1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,357 miles
    Test number
    173383526284
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteAdvise n/s front tyre is worn to 3mm, tracking wear on front tyres
    • NoteCorrosion on exhaust back box
    • NoteSlight drag on o/s rear wheel advise retify
    • NoteWear and movement in rear suspension top mountings advise replacement
    • NoteWear in n/s front drop link and o/s front suspension lower arm bush is cracked

Questions about V639 FBU

Does V639 FBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V639 FBU expired on 24 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V639 FBU?
The MOT on V639 FBU expired on 24 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V639 FBU done?
V639 FBU was recorded at 63,741 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2022, an average of 2,705 miles a year.
Has V639 FBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V639 FBU has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on V639 FBU 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 V639 FBU find?
V639 FBU failed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2022 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; rear inner vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills both sides; rear outer vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills, and 4 more.

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