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Fiat Seicento

Yellow · Petrol · 2001 · 1,108 cc

Y238 PTFMOT history

Y238 PTF is a yellow petrol Fiat Seicento first used on 30 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 94,076 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2026
Mileage
94,076 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,677 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y238 PTF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Seicento
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,108 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y238 PTF was last recorded at 94,076 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 14,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,814 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
14,262 miles
Average per year
3,677 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,076 miles
  • 2025 – 79,814 miles
  • 2023 – 56,789 miles
  • 2022 – 56,184 miles
  • 2021 – 54,333 miles
  • 2020 – 52,647 miles
  • 2019 – 51,224 miles
  • 2018 – 49,565 miles
  • 2017 – 47,630 miles
  • 2016 – 45,039 miles
  • 2015 – 42,639 miles
  • 2014 – 40,876 miles
  • 2013 – 38,369 miles
  • 2012 – 36,126 miles
  • 2011 – 33,520 miles
  • 2010 – 31,127 miles
  • 2009 – 28,339 miles
  • 2008 – 25,286 miles
  • 2007 – 22,057 miles
  • 2006 – 19,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,076 miles
  • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (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.

  • Both front shockers corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Under body corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Benefit of doubt given (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail94,076 miles (+14,262)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,076 miles
    Test number
    921453313502
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass79,814 miles (+23,025)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    79,814 miles
    Test number
    340383658453
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  3. Pass56,789 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    56,789 miles
    Test number
    703576875369
    • AdvisoryBoth front shockers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  4. Fail56,788 miles (+604)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,788 miles
    Test number
    968409331153
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shockers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  5. Pass56,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    56,184 miles
    Test number
    558850876239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail56,184 miles (+1,851)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,184 miles
    Test number
    345052810367
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass54,333 miles (+1,686)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    54,333 miles
    Test number
    707237562306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass52,647 miles (+1,423)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    52,647 miles
    Test number
    765862758347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,224 miles (+1,659)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    51,224 miles
    Test number
    354511983003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass49,565 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    49,565 miles
    Test number
    314628422525
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights not working

  11. Fail49,565 miles (+1,935)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,565 miles
    Test number
    672607474360
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights not working

  12. Pass47,630 miles (+80)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    47,630 miles
    Test number
    400633108111
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Benefit of doubt given (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both (2.7.4)

  13. Fail47,550 miles (+2,511)4 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,550 miles
    Test number
    244985178675
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Benefit of doubt given (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre wearing on edges of tread. Both rear tyres heavily perished and are old.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen wiper smearing screen slightly. Small chips in windscreen.
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged Both perished (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/F and O/S/R (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass45,039 miles (+2,400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,039 miles
    Test number
    744375545723
    • AdvisoryFront pads low

  15. Pass42,639 miles (+1,763)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    42,639 miles
    Test number
    765451275161
    • NoteO/s/f tyre low

  16. Pass40,876 miles (+2,507)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    40,876 miles
    Test number
    577391074159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,369 miles (+2,243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    38,369 miles
    Test number
    185576173122
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass36,126 miles (+2,606)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,126 miles
    Test number
    779527272198
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight perishing to tyre sidewalls

  19. Pass33,520 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,520 miles
    Test number
    228334071499
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn low
    • NoteFront screen stonechipped

  20. Fail33,520 miles (+2,393)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,520 miles
    Test number
    456114471113
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn low
    • NoteFront screen stonechipped

  21. Pass31,127 miles (+2,788)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    31,127 miles
    Test number
    953885270140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,339 miles (+3,053)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    28,339 miles
    Test number
    884085279146
    • NoteBoth front indicators discolouring

  23. Pass25,286 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    25,286 miles
    Test number
    151362878151
    • NoteFront screen stone chipped
    • NoteRear tyres wearing low

  24. Fail25,286 miles (+3,229)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,286 miles
    Test number
    994992278193
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront screen stone chipped
    • NoteRear tyres wearing low

  25. Pass22,057 miles (+2,902)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    22,057 miles
    Test number
    601026077126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass19,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    19,155 miles
    Test number
    340709956199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail19,155 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,155 miles
    Test number
    884359256169
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about Y238 PTF

Does Y238 PTF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y238 PTF expired on 2 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y238 PTF?
The MOT on Y238 PTF expired on 2 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y238 PTF done?
Y238 PTF was recorded at 94,076 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 3,677 miles a year.
Has Y238 PTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y238 PTF has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y238 PTF 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 Y238 PTF find?
Y238 PTF failed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 10 major defects: headlamp aim too low both; nearside front position lamp not working; nearside front service brake excessively binding, and 7 more.

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