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Ford Fiesta

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,242 cc

Y229 ECWMOT history

Y229 ECW is a green petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 21 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 39,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2024.

Y229 ECW green Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2025
Mileage
39,970 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 ECW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y229 ECW was last recorded at 39,970 miles on 15 Oct 2024, 4,212 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,758 miles · 17 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
4,212 miles
Average per year
1,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 39,970 miles
  • 2023 – 35,758 miles
  • 2022 – 30,317 miles
  • 2020 – 22,962 miles
  • 2019 – 22,905 miles
  • 2018 – 22,748 miles
  • 2017 – 22,600 miles
  • 2016 – 22,018 miles
  • 2015 – 20,711 miles
  • 2014 – 19,431 miles
  • 2013 – 18,180 miles
  • 2012 – 16,776 miles
  • 2011 – 15,665 miles
  • 2010 – 15,014 miles
  • 2009 – 13,599 miles
  • 2008 – 12,113 miles
  • 2007 – 10,619 miles
  • 2006 – 8,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,970 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,970 miles (+4,212)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    39,970 miles
    Test number
    497400557221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass35,758 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    35,758 miles
    Test number
    380589146280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail35,747 miles (+5,430)3 dangerous16 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,747 miles
    Test number
    521460677727
    • DangerousFront Air brake cylinder/actuator has no reserve travel and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (e) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Service brake imbalanced more than 50% across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Flexi rubbing on brake pipe (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle pipe over axel (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass30,317 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    30,317 miles
    Test number
    873008410689
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside and offside (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail30,317 miles (+7,352)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,317 miles
    Test number
    856999253387
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside and offside (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass22,965 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    22,965 miles
    Test number
    495550014234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail22,963 miles (+1)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,963 miles
    Test number
    459738690483
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass22,962 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    22,962 miles
    Test number
    108108599610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass22,905 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    22,905 miles
    Test number
    558324369276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass22,748 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    22,748 miles
    Test number
    439807542565
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail22,748 miles (+148)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,748 miles
    Test number
    502775919315
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass22,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    22,600 miles
    Test number
    166232203311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail22,600 miles (+582)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,600 miles
    Test number
    134571021312
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 165-70-13-79T (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre inner edge worn [4308]
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has age related cracks [3500]
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has age related cracks [1800]

  14. Pass22,018 miles (+1,307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    22,018 miles
    Test number
    129288105842
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wear on inside edge of tyre cords not exposed

  15. Pass20,711 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    20,711 miles
    Test number
    677650045143
    • 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)

  16. Fail20,702 miles (+1,271)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,702 miles
    Test number
    675126325164
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • 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)

  17. Pass19,431 miles (+1,251)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    19,431 miles
    Test number
    288489324105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass18,180 miles (+1,404)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    18,180 miles
    Test number
    759438623164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,776 miles (+1,111)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    16,776 miles
    Test number
    206511632439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,665 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    15,665 miles
    Test number
    355442431124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail15,665 miles (+651)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,665 miles
    Test number
    747201131165
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass15,014 miles (+1,415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    15,014 miles
    Test number
    412022630125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass13,599 miles (+1,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    13,599 miles
    Test number
    814603039116
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass12,113 miles (+1,494)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    12,113 miles
    Test number
    130673938141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,619 miles (+1,844)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    10,619 miles
    Test number
    153517437198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass8,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    8,775 miles
    Test number
    504998726189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y229 ECW

Does Y229 ECW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y229 ECW expired on 16 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y229 ECW?
The MOT on Y229 ECW expired on 16 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y229 ECW done?
Y229 ECW was recorded at 39,970 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2024, an average of 1,692 miles a year.
Has Y229 ECW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 ECW has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on Y229 ECW 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 Y229 ECW find?
Y229 ECW passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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