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Ford Fiesta

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,399 cc

XOU 420MOT history

XOU 420 is a silver diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 20 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 121,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

XOU 420 silver Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Fiesta, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
121,105 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,712 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
XOU 420
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,399 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

XOU 420 was last recorded at 121,105 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 1,509 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Sept 2015: 88,160 miles, lower than 88,210 miles on 18 Sept 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
119,596 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,509 miles
Average per year
4,712 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,105 miles
  • 2025 – 119,596 miles
  • 2024 – 117,180 miles
  • 2023 – 115,386 miles
  • 2022 – 111,324 miles
  • 2021 – 105,218 miles
  • 2020 – 104,364 miles
  • 2019 – 102,979 miles
  • 2018 – 97,809 miles
  • 2017 – 93,355 miles
  • 2016 – 90,612 miles
  • 2015 – 88,160 miles
  • 2014 – 88,210 miles
  • 2013 – 80,473 miles
  • 2012 – 74,008 miles
  • 2011 – 67,842 miles
  • 2010 – 60,565 miles
  • 2009 – 50,990 miles
  • 2008 – 41,691 miles
  • 2007 – 31,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,105 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam both sides slight wear movement (5.1.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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 Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

33 tests since 19 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,105 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    121,105 miles
    Test number
    180082235818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam both sides slight wear movement (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  2. Fail121,104 miles (+1,508)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,104 miles
    Test number
    648505980977
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam both sides slight wear movement (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  3. Pass119,596 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    119,596 miles
    Test number
    101593930876
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both axle bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail119,594 miles (+2,414)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,594 miles
    Test number
    206398801696
    • DangerousRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Fuel hose insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour black (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both axle bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass117,180 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    117,180 miles
    Test number
    264571687783
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Fail117,180 miles (+1,794)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,180 miles
    Test number
    309294709997
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass115,386 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    115,386 miles
    Test number
    258221388827
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Fail115,386 miles (+4,062)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,386 miles
    Test number
    580115397236
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  9. Pass111,324 miles (+6,106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    111,324 miles
    Test number
    271381456681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass105,218 miles (+57)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    105,218 miles
    Test number
    677820987783
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront ns / os hub carriers corroded.

  11. Fail105,161 miles (+797)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,161 miles
    Test number
    344581006078
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing Fuel cap (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront ns / os hub carriers corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass104,364 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    104,364 miles
    Test number
    353790938562
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail104,364 miles (+1,385)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,364 miles
    Test number
    166167498217
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass102,979 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    102,979 miles
    Test number
    272198256147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount noisy when rotated

  15. Fail102,979 miles (+5,170)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,979 miles
    Test number
    457597657489
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount noisy when rotated

  16. Pass97,809 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    97,809 miles
    Test number
    378298804854
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  17. Fail97,809 miles (+4,454)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,809 miles
    Test number
    198845113332
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective INSECURE (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  18. Pass93,355 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    93,355 miles
    Test number
    753051832541
    • AdvisoryDrivers door mirror secured with duct tape
    • AdvisoryBoth rear reflectors damaged
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre inner side wall split
    • AdvisoryUnable to operate front seat backs/tilt to gain access

  19. Fail93,355 miles (+2,743)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,355 miles
    Test number
    544585835287
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/45/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryDrivers door mirror secured with duct tape
    • AdvisoryBoth rear reflectors damaged
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre inner side wall split
    • AdvisoryUnable to operate front seat backs/tilt to gain access

  20. Pass90,612 miles (+2,452)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    90,612 miles
    Test number
    818172449819
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn LOW edges 195/45/16
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre damaged inner sidewall

  21. Pass88,160 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    88,160 miles
    Test number
    595140618786
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront discs corroded on inner edge
    • AdvisoryFront flexi slight exhaust
    • AdvisoryO/s/f front mirror glass damaged

  22. Fail88,160 miles (-50)4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,160 miles
    Test number
    229622181212
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront discs corroded on inner edge
    • AdvisoryFront flexi slight exhaust
    • AdvisoryO/s/f front mirror glass damaged

  23. Pass88,210 miles (+3,002)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    88,210 miles
    Test number
    987491764205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail85,208 miles (+4,735)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,208 miles
    Test number
    695410864265
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  25. Pass80,473 miles (+6,465)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    80,473 miles
    Test number
    319583863455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass74,008 miles (+6,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    74,008 miles
    Test number
    589863662285
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass67,842 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    67,842 miles
    Test number
    649334161207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Fail67,838 miles (+7,273)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,838 miles
    Test number
    206463061299
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass60,565 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    60,565 miles
    Test number
    724933160245
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Fail60,563 miles (+9,573)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,563 miles
    Test number
    521518750280
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  31. Pass50,990 miles (+9,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    50,990 miles
    Test number
    842000569280
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  32. Pass41,691 miles (+10,047)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,691 miles
    Test number
    344443868277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass31,644 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,644 miles
    Test number
    253802967244
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about XOU 420

What vehicle is registration XOU 420 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show XOU 420 on a silver diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 20 Sept 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does XOU 420 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on XOU 420 is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on XOU 420?
The MOT on XOU 420 is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has XOU 420 done?
XOU 420 was recorded at 121,105 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 4,712 miles a year.
Has XOU 420 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. XOU 420 has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on XOU 420 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on XOU 420 find?
XOU 420 passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge inner; rear axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam both sides slight wear movement, and 1 more.

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