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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,299 cc

Y261 KTAMOT history

Y261 KTA is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 34,933 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

Y261 KTA blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Fiesta, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
34,933 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,050 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y261 KTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y261 KTA was last recorded at 34,933 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 1,153 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,780 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,153 miles
Average per year
1,050 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 34,933 miles
  • 2025 – 33,780 miles
  • 2024 – 28,989 miles
  • 2022 – 24,103 miles
  • 2021 – 19,338 miles
  • 2020 – 18,446 miles
  • 2019 – 18,273 miles
  • 2018 – 18,043 miles
  • 2017 – 17,764 miles
  • 2016 – 17,489 miles
  • 2015 – 17,125 miles
  • 2014 – 16,886 miles
  • 2013 – 16,627 miles
  • 2012 – 16,276 miles
  • 2011 – 15,994 miles
  • 2010 – 15,713 miles
  • 2009 – 15,408 miles
  • 2008 – 14,851 miles
  • 2007 – 14,338 miles
  • 2006 – 13,808 miles
  • 2005 – 13,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,933 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear greased and corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor plan previously repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnderseal applied underneath vehicle

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.

  • Rear wiper blade split

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases fexi slight blow exhaust system deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 10 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,933 miles (+1,153)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    34,933 miles
    Test number
    435219823094
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear greased and corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor plan previously repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderseal applied underneath vehicle

  2. Pass33,780 miles (+4,791)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    33,780 miles
    Test number
    306509252815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass28,989 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    28,989 miles
    Test number
    441652846011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail28,973 miles (+4,870)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,973 miles
    Test number
    213047060823
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass24,103 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    24,103 miles
    Test number
    159723432031
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases fexi slight blow exhaust system deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsr osr top mount slight movement
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion to suspension components

  6. Fail24,103 miles (+4,765)3 major1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,103 miles
    Test number
    833157597495
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak top hose area
    • AdvisoryFront grill lose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases fexi slight blow exhaust system deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryCoolant on min
    • AdvisoryNsr osr top mount slight movement
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion to suspension components

  7. Pass19,338 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    19,338 miles
    Test number
    573331072609
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront complete suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch worn
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  8. Fail19,332 miles (+886)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,332 miles
    Test number
    373790076895
    • MajorOffside Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront complete suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  9. Pass18,446 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    18,446 miles
    Test number
    331079836174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension rusty

  10. Fail18,444 miles (+171)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,444 miles
    Test number
    958438947748
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension rusty

  11. Pass18,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    18,273 miles
    Test number
    729900305887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail18,273 miles (+230)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,273 miles
    Test number
    651901816535
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass18,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    18,043 miles
    Test number
    999346601979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail18,042 miles (+278)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,042 miles
    Test number
    338300741830
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Pass17,764 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    17,764 miles
    Test number
    887081211046
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bushes starting to split both sides (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail17,764 miles (+275)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,764 miles
    Test number
    149586250679
    • FailureBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded drivers rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded passenger rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both rear inner sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bushes starting to split both sides (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass17,489 miles (+364)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    17,489 miles
    Test number
    905078138115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    17,125 miles
    Test number
    726374855184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail17,125 miles (+239)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,125 miles
    Test number
    929514055178
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass16,886 miles (+259)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    16,886 miles
    Test number
    267858574419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,627 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    16,627 miles
    Test number
    288689963102
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  22. Fail16,627 miles (+351)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,627 miles
    Test number
    518469263187
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  23. Pass16,276 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    16,276 miles
    Test number
    257763272472
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteOffside wiper blade starting to slpit.

  24. Fail16,274 miles (+280)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,274 miles
    Test number
    956403072163
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteOffside wiper blade starting to slpit.

  25. Pass15,994 miles (+281)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    15,994 miles
    Test number
    675394871150
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f brake hose starting to perish

  26. Pass15,713 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    15,713 miles
    Test number
    653818960147
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly scored

  27. Fail15,713 miles (+305)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,713 miles
    Test number
    782608560176
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly scored

  28. Pass15,408 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    15,408 miles
    Test number
    772423279142
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  29. Fail15,406 miles (+555)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,406 miles
    Test number
    764063279103
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  30. Pass14,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,851 miles
    Test number
    460086578149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail14,850 miles (+512)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,850 miles
    Test number
    940186478119
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  32. Pass14,338 miles (+530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    14,338 miles
    Test number
    901053477134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  33. Pass13,808 miles (+733)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    13,808 miles
    Test number
    941474676134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass13,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    13,075 miles
    Test number
    730181465166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y261 KTA

Does Y261 KTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y261 KTA is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y261 KTA?
The MOT on Y261 KTA is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y261 KTA done?
Y261 KTA was recorded at 34,933 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 1,050 miles a year.
Has Y261 KTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y261 KTA has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y261 KTA 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 Y261 KTA find?
Y261 KTA passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear greased and corroded; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear, and 4 more.

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