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Ford Fiesta

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y244 GCHMOT history

Y244 GCH is a silver petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 15 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 74,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2025.

Y244 GCH silver Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Jul 2024
Mileage
74,502 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y244 GCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y244 GCH was last recorded at 74,502 miles on 6 Oct 2025, 3,391 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,111 miles · 13 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
3,391 miles
Average per year
2,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,502 miles
  • 2023 – 71,111 miles
  • 2022 – 67,626 miles
  • 2021 – 64,111 miles
  • 2019 – 63,511 miles
  • 2018 – 62,774 miles
  • 2017 – 60,819 miles
  • 2016 – 57,678 miles
  • 2015 – 52,830 miles
  • 2014 – 47,248 miles
  • 2013 – 42,786 miles
  • 2012 – 37,908 miles
  • 2011 – 34,574 miles
  • 2010 – 29,938 miles
  • 2009 – 24,563 miles
  • 2008 – 22,960 miles
  • 2007 – 21,594 miles
  • 2006 – 18,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail74,502 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner door shut (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material close to excess (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material close to excess (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material close to excess (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush, close to excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner door shut (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail74,502 miles (+3,391)3 dangerous6 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,502 miles
    Test number
    333572156650
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner door shut (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material close to excess (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material close to excess (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material close to excess (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush, close to excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner door shut (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Pass71,111 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    71,111 miles
    Test number
    807970285570
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Fail71,109 miles (+3,483)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,109 miles
    Test number
    169356083492
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure rear box (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Antifreeze leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass67,626 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    67,626 miles
    Test number
    983212201846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail67,610 miles (+3,499)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,610 miles
    Test number
    270128272942
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  6. Pass64,111 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    64,111 miles
    Test number
    661764376965
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail64,101 miles (+590)10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,101 miles
    Test number
    181292433708
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis and inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis and inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass63,511 miles (+737)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    63,511 miles
    Test number
    323876549045
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside rear leading to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sill and inner wheel arch liners fitted. Unable to carry out full inspection
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect offside and nearside rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside mounting rubber bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside rear inner sills and inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWashers poor but clears screen ok
  9. Pass62,774 miles (+1,955)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    62,774 miles
    Test number
    527442781286
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all metal pipes leading to flexible brake hoses (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy when rotated
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sill covers fitted.
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and nearside rear inner sills (2.4.A.3)
  10. Pass60,819 miles (+3,141)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    60,819 miles
    Test number
    442578484006
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses starting to perish
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer driveshaft boots starting to perish
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension coil springs starting to rust
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sill panels starting to rust
    • AdvisoryBoth rear metal brake pipes starting to rust
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel bearing slight noise
    • AdvisoryOffside rear axle mounting bush starting to crack/ perish
    • AdvisoryRear screen wiper blade rubber starting to split/ wear
    • AdvisorySmall stone chips in front windscreen
  11. Pass57,678 miles (+4,848)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    57,678 miles
    Test number
    135568778923
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer driveshaft boots starting to crack/ perish
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension coil springs starting to rust
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sill panels starting to rust
    • AdvisoryBoth rear metal brake pipes starting to rust
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel bearing slight noise
    • AdvisoryOffside rear axle mounting bush starting to crack/ perish
    • AdvisorySmall stone chips in front windscreen
  12. Pass52,830 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    52,830 miles
    Test number
    595247055068
    • NoteBoth front outer driveshaft boots light perishing
    • NoteBoth inner sill panels surface rusting
    • NoteBoth rear metal brake pipes surface rusting
    • NoteOffside rear axle mounting bushes starting to crack/ perish
  13. Fail52,830 miles (+5,582)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,830 miles
    Test number
    577457055061
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth front outer driveshaft boots light perishing
    • NoteBoth inner sill panels surface rusting
    • NoteBoth rear metal brake pipes surface rusting
    • NoteOffside rear axle mounting bushes starting to crack/ perish
  14. Pass47,248 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    47,248 miles
    Test number
    626283454044
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust box badly corroded.
  15. Fail47,248 miles (+4,462)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,248 miles
    Test number
    669103254031
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust box badly corroded.
  16. Pass42,786 miles (+4,878)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    42,786 miles
    Test number
    169106053461
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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. Pass37,908 miles (+3,334)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,908 miles
    Test number
    996020062002
    • NoteOffside rear axle mounting bush starting to perish
    • NoteRear exhaust starting to rust
    • NoteSmall stone chip in front windscreen
  18. Pass34,574 miles (+4,636)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    34,574 miles
    Test number
    917762551074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,938 miles (+5,375)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    29,938 miles
    Test number
    113737350046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  20. Pass24,563 miles (+1,603)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,563 miles
    Test number
    391357659037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,960 miles (+1,366)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    22,960 miles
    Test number
    250548458089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,594 miles (+2,626)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    21,594 miles
    Test number
    100957057431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    18,968 miles
    Test number
    884780266076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y244 GCH

Does Y244 GCH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y244 GCH expired on 12 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y244 GCH?
The MOT on Y244 GCH expired on 12 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y244 GCH done?
Y244 GCH was recorded at 74,502 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2025, an average of 2,833 miles a year.
Has Y244 GCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y244 GCH has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y244 GCH 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 Y244 GCH find?
Y244 GCH failed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2025 with 3 dangerous defects, 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: offside front tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall; offside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall; offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed, and 15 more.

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