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Ford Fiesta

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,242 cc

Y298 PFCMOT history

Y298 PFC is a silver petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 19 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 148,318 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2024.

Y298 PFC silver Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Mar 2024
Mileage
148,318 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,517 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y298 PFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y298 PFC was last recorded at 148,318 miles on 13 Mar 2024, 4,796 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,522 miles · 21 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
4,796 miles
Average per year
5,517 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 148,318 miles
  • 2023 – 143,522 miles
  • 2022 – 138,678 miles
  • 2021 – 134,372 miles
  • 2020 – 133,265 miles
  • 2019 – 126,746 miles
  • 2015 – 120,846 miles
  • 2014 – 113,979 miles
  • 2013 – 109,781 miles
  • 2012 – 104,380 miles
  • 2011 – 96,248 miles
  • 2010 – 92,064 miles
  • 2009 – 84,641 miles
  • 2008 – 75,107 miles
  • 2007 – 65,198 miles
  • 2006 – 54,421 miles
  • 2005 – 45,295 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail148,318 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • 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))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail148,318 miles (+4,796)1 dangerous10 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,318 miles
    Test number
    235687243994
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components
  2. Pass143,522 miles (+4,844)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    143,522 miles
    Test number
    541982799190
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass138,678 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    138,678 miles
    Test number
    142312076778
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all four hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail138,678 miles (+4,306)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,678 miles
    Test number
    258268239126
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all four hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass134,372 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    134,372 miles
    Test number
    243494947402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryReduced damping on rear shocks
  6. Fail134,372 miles (+1,107)1 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,372 miles
    Test number
    852221851466
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryReduced damping on rear shocks
  7. Pass133,265 miles (+17)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    133,265 miles
    Test number
    145159687439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReduced damping effect on both rear shock absorbers
  8. Fail133,248 miles (+6,502)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,248 miles
    Test number
    351729896253
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill mid point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn offside and nearside mounting bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReduced damping effect on both rear shock absorbers
  9. Pass126,746 miles (+5,900)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    126,746 miles
    Test number
    299625569096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass120,846 miles (+6,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    120,846 miles
    Test number
    666246255154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  11. Pass113,979 miles (+4,198)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    113,979 miles
    Test number
    886332664196
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass109,781 miles (+5,401)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    109,781 miles
    Test number
    895277853127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,380 miles (+8,132)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    104,380 miles
    Test number
    708078552147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail96,248 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,248 miles
    Test number
    226519331130
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Pass96,248 miles (+4,184)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    96,248 miles
    Test number
    918379731101
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  16. Pass92,064 miles (+7,423)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    92,064 miles
    Test number
    271258060467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and rusty.
  17. Pass84,641 miles (+9,534)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    84,641 miles
    Test number
    394419919256
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass75,107 miles (+9,909)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    75,107 miles
    Test number
    314579718456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,198 miles (+10,777)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    65,198 miles
    Test number
    944545917211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    54,421 miles
    Test number
    231568686418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,421 miles (+9,126)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,421 miles
    Test number
    400728286199
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
  22. Pass45,295 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    45,295 miles
    Test number
    604552195104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about Y298 PFC

Does Y298 PFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y298 PFC expired on 19 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y298 PFC?
The MOT on Y298 PFC expired on 19 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y298 PFC done?
Y298 PFC was recorded at 148,318 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2024, an average of 5,517 miles a year.
Has Y298 PFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y298 PFC has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y298 PFC 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 Y298 PFC find?
Y298 PFC failed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects and 13 advisories: nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 21 more.

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