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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,560 cc

X23 BARMOT history

X23 BAR is a blue diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 44,666 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

X23 BAR blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
44,666 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,034 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X23 BAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X23 BAR was last recorded at 44,666 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,638 miles · 30 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
2,034 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,666 miles
  • 2025 – 44,385 miles
  • 2024 – 44,196 miles
  • 2023 – 43,746 miles
  • 2021 – 43,084 miles
  • 2020 – 38,679 miles
  • 2019 – 34,477 miles
  • 2018 – 32,587 miles
  • 2017 – 31,025 miles
  • 2016 – 29,247 miles
  • 2015 – 24,076 miles
  • 2014 – 22,381 miles
  • 2013 – 19,126 miles
  • 2012 – 16,400 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,666 miles
  • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device needs attentionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Handle gets stuck sometimes (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Engine and under body covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,666 miles (+28)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    44,666 miles
    Test number
    989137304309
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device needs attention
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Handle gets stuck sometimes (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  2. Fail44,638 miles (+253)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,638 miles
    Test number
    319025775252
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear Back Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device needs attention
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  3. Pass44,385 miles (+189)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    44,385 miles
    Test number
    600912603180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,196 miles (+450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    44,196 miles
    Test number
    687820047451
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass43,746 miles (+662)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    43,746 miles
    Test number
    131831191235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass43,084 miles (+4,405)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    43,084 miles
    Test number
    487568070319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass38,679 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    38,679 miles
    Test number
    745236955400
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers fitted
  8. Fail38,672 miles (+4,195)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,672 miles
    Test number
    855179109210
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose at the rear
  9. Pass34,477 miles (+1,890)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    34,477 miles
    Test number
    949607104710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass32,587 miles (+1,562)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    32,587 miles
    Test number
    435441520804
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust back box
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Starting to wear on inner edge
  11. Pass31,025 miles (+1,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    31,025 miles
    Test number
    332287187931
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust backbox outer skin
  12. Pass29,247 miles (+5,171)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    29,247 miles
    Test number
    253577308833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass24,076 miles (+1,695)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,076 miles
    Test number
    189672675003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,381 miles (+3,255)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    22,381 miles
    Test number
    976447674091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,126 miles (+2,726)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    19,126 miles
    Test number
    136331183023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    16,400 miles
    Test number
    687303272091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X23 BAR

Does X23 BAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X23 BAR is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X23 BAR?
The MOT on X23 BAR is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X23 BAR done?
X23 BAR was recorded at 44,666 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 2,034 miles a year.
Has X23 BAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X23 BAR has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on X23 BAR 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 X23 BAR find?
X23 BAR passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: bonnet primary retaining device needs attention; driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed handle gets stuck sometimes; front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 2 more.

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