Ford logo

Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,299 cc

Y278 RDOMOT history

Y278 RDO is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 13 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 63,954 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

Y278 RDO blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Fiesta, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2026
Mileage
63,954 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,942 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for Y278 RDO in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 RDO
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
13 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y278 RDO was last recorded at 63,954 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 8,785 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,169 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,785 miles
Average per year
2,942 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,954 miles
  • 2024 – 49,866 miles
  • 2022 – 42,480 miles
  • 2021 – 37,774 miles
  • 2020 – 33,064 miles
  • 2019 – 30,978 miles
  • 2018 – 24,476 miles
  • 2016 – 19,272 miles
  • 2015 – 15,237 miles
  • 2014 – 13,495 miles
  • 2013 – 12,425 miles
  • 2012 – 11,599 miles
  • 2011 – 10,678 miles
  • 2010 – 9,966 miles
  • 2009 – 8,975 miles
  • 2008 – 8,085 miles
  • 2007 – 7,179 miles
  • 2006 – 6,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail63,954 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front flexi section blowing. (8.2.2.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside 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 damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear wheel arch corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail63,954 miles (+8,785)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,954 miles
    Test number
    496087073518
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front flexi section blowing. (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside 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 damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass55,169 miles (+5,303)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    55,169 miles
    Test number
    248721814382
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass49,866 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    49,866 miles
    Test number
    499626189565
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroding
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear sills corroding

  4. Fail49,866 miles (+7,386)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,866 miles
    Test number
    487101328491
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroding
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear sills corroding

  5. Pass42,480 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    42,480 miles
    Test number
    568755748317
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill top (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail42,479 miles (+4,705)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,479 miles
    Test number
    679456678488
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner lower chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Off side and near side (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Door step area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass37,774 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    37,774 miles
    Test number
    425396601835
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail37,774 miles (+4,710)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,774 miles
    Test number
    890305169476
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced x2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass33,064 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    33,064 miles
    Test number
    353678677981
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Off side and near side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Off side and near side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Off side and near side (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail33,063 miles (+2,085)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,063 miles
    Test number
    595968370280
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Off side and near side inner wing / end off sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Off side and near side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Off side and near side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Off side and near side (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass30,978 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    30,978 miles
    Test number
    456049673314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail30,896 miles (+6,420)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,896 miles
    Test number
    786874661814
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

  13. Pass24,476 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    24,476 miles
    Test number
    407622336089
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  14. Fail24,472 miles (+63)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,472 miles
    Test number
    140871515635
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  15. Fail24,409 miles (+5,137)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,409 miles
    Test number
    442300791130
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  16. Pass19,272 miles (+4,035)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    19,272 miles
    Test number
    607161660520
    • AdvisoryNS screen washer poor
    • AdvisoryNSF tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNail in NSF tyre
    • AdvisoryOSF tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in NSF lower suspension ball joint
    • AdvisoryPlay in OSF lower suspension ball joint

  17. Pass15,237 miles (+1,742)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    15,237 miles
    Test number
    277177355477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    13,495 miles
    Test number
    416913934141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail13,495 miles (+1,070)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,495 miles
    Test number
    658213234170
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass12,425 miles (+826)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    12,425 miles
    Test number
    148003733124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,599 miles (+921)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    11,599 miles
    Test number
    676596232112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,678 miles (+712)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    10,678 miles
    Test number
    187147331186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll 4x Tyres getting slightly perished

  23. Pass9,966 miles (+991)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    9,966 miles
    Test number
    220858530472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass8,975 miles (+890)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    8,975 miles
    Test number
    880479739157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass8,085 miles (+906)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    8,085 miles
    Test number
    563174538152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass7,179 miles (+870)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    7,179 miles
    Test number
    141705937168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass6,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    6,309 miles
    Test number
    410466036150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y278 RDO

Does Y278 RDO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 RDO expired on 9 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 RDO?
The MOT on Y278 RDO expired on 9 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 RDO done?
Y278 RDO was recorded at 63,954 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 2,942 miles a year.
Has Y278 RDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 RDO has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y278 RDO 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 Y278 RDO find?
Y278 RDO failed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front flexi section blowing.; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; offside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill, and 3 more.

Related registrations

Browse all Y278 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.