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Ford Fiesta

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y281 JHKMOT history

Y281 JHK is a green petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Jun 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 96,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2025.

Y281 JHK green Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Jun 2025
Mileage
96,677 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,985 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 JHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y281 JHK was last recorded at 96,677 miles on 5 Aug 2025, 6,838 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,839 miles · 3 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
6,838 miles
Average per year
2,985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,677 miles
  • 2024 – 89,839 miles
  • 2023 – 89,243 miles
  • 2022 – 88,728 miles
  • 2021 – 87,955 miles
  • 2020 – 87,076 miles
  • 2019 – 85,845 miles
  • 2018 – 83,689 miles
  • 2017 – 81,125 miles
  • 2016 – 78,450 miles
  • 2015 – 75,448 miles
  • 2014 – 71,495 miles
  • 2013 – 68,146 miles
  • 2012 – 64,769 miles
  • 2011 – 61,246 miles
  • 2010 – 56,752 miles
  • 2009 – 53,272 miles
  • 2008 – 49,600 miles
  • 2007 – 44,707 miles
  • 2006 – 39,119 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail96,677 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail96,677 miles (+6,838)3 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,677 miles
    Test number
    128310518186
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass89,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    89,839 miles
    Test number
    877355925676
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills and floor both sides starting to corrode and weak (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail89,839 miles (+596)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,839 miles
    Test number
    893766287998
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills and floor both sides starting to corrode and weak (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass89,243 miles (+515)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    89,243 miles
    Test number
    756858438192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass88,728 miles (+773)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    88,728 miles
    Test number
    229180178217
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside inner sills corroded

  6. Pass87,955 miles (+879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    87,955 miles
    Test number
    696158146729
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside outer floors corroded

  7. Pass87,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    87,076 miles
    Test number
    165710863867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail87,076 miles (+1,231)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,076 miles
    Test number
    843261796741
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass85,845 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    85,845 miles
    Test number
    329503125640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail85,845 miles (+2,156)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,845 miles
    Test number
    175007970260
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass83,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,689 miles
    Test number
    876354304756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,689 miles (+2,564)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,689 miles
    Test number
    645580767459
    • DangerousBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front discs worn thin and showing signs of cracking (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear steel brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass81,125 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    81,125 miles
    Test number
    213990987927
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail81,125 miles (+2,675)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,125 miles
    Test number
    215571123025
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass78,450 miles (+3,002)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,450 miles
    Test number
    985311398010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    75,448 miles
    Test number
    469743765140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,448 miles (+3,953)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,448 miles
    Test number
    677443965106
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass71,495 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    71,495 miles
    Test number
    136143464114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  19. Fail71,495 miles (+3,349)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,495 miles
    Test number
    826413264150
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Pass68,146 miles (+3,377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    68,146 miles
    Test number
    239784953110
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  21. Pass64,769 miles (+3,523)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,769 miles
    Test number
    288846762122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass61,246 miles (+4,494)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    61,246 miles
    Test number
    205865561109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,752 miles (+3,480)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    56,752 miles
    Test number
    162697810170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass53,272 miles (+3,672)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    53,272 miles
    Test number
    651307119186
    • 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)
    • NoteFront tyres cutting on inner edges

  25. Pass49,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    49,600 miles
    Test number
    662739518128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail49,600 miles (+4,893)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,600 miles
    Test number
    640049818125
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  27. Pass44,707 miles (+5,588)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    44,707 miles
    Test number
    373223817172
    • NoteYELLOW DOTS ON WIPERS

  28. Pass39,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    39,119 miles
    Test number
    114194616139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y281 JHK

Does Y281 JHK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y281 JHK expired on 17 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y281 JHK?
The MOT on Y281 JHK expired on 17 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y281 JHK done?
Y281 JHK was recorded at 96,677 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2025, an average of 2,985 miles a year.
Has Y281 JHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 JHK has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on Y281 JHK 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 Y281 JHK find?
Y281 JHK failed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2025 with 3 dangerous defects, 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, and 7 more.

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