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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,299 cc

Y872 LHUMOT history

Y872 LHU is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 6 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 79,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

Y872 LHU red Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
79,690 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,734 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y872 LHU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y872 LHU was last recorded at 79,690 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 1,057 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,633 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,057 miles
Average per year
3,734 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,690 miles
  • 2025 – 78,633 miles
  • 2024 – 69,283 miles
  • 2023 – 65,550 miles
  • 2021 – 65,149 miles
  • 2020 – 60,381 miles
  • 2019 – 55,430 miles
  • 2018 – 48,078 miles
  • 2017 – 39,710 miles
  • 2016 – 30,252 miles
  • 2015 – 19,378 miles
  • 2014 – 15,414 miles
  • 2013 – 12,547 miles
  • 2012 – 9,432 miles
  • 2011 – 8,195 miles
  • 2010 – 7,761 miles
  • 2009 – 7,340 miles
  • 2008 – 7,014 miles
  • 2007 – 6,597 miles
  • 2006 – 5,655 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,690 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexi. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,690 miles (+1,057)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    79,690 miles
    Test number
    968674214483
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexi. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass78,633 miles (+18)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    78,633 miles
    Test number
    111933994392
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear fuel pipe slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Fail78,615 miles (+9,332)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,615 miles
    Test number
    880321614894
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn axle bush worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn axle bush worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel hose deteriorated fuel pipe corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass69,283 miles (+13)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    69,283 miles
    Test number
    319598299324
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/6514 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail69,270 miles (+3,720)2 major1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,270 miles
    Test number
    149216318719
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill / arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high PRS (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/6514 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass65,550 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    65,550 miles
    Test number
    494314036831
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail65,544 miles (+395)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,544 miles
    Test number
    497046723484
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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 Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass65,149 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    65,149 miles
    Test number
    372164973583
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear most (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear most fuel lines corroded.

  9. Fail65,149 miles (+4,768)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,149 miles
    Test number
    404277657691
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear most (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear most fuel lines corroded.

  10. Pass60,381 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    60,381 miles
    Test number
    503898740758
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front headlamp bracket broken but still secure
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  11. Fail60,381 miles (+4,951)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,381 miles
    Test number
    723157384424
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre on 2.5mm
    • AdvisoryOffside front headlamp bracket broken but still secure
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre on 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  12. Pass55,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,430 miles
    Test number
    377130018372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail55,430 miles (+7,352)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,430 miles
    Test number
    851519712340
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass48,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    48,078 miles
    Test number
    241511832476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,076 miles (+8,366)2 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,076 miles
    Test number
    537085634119
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  16. Pass39,710 miles (+9,458)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    39,710 miles
    Test number
    220138109091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre on 2.5-3mm.

  17. Pass30,252 miles (+10,874)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    30,252 miles
    Test number
    633861247242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,378 miles (+3,964)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    19,378 miles
    Test number
    116360375125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass15,414 miles (+2,867)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    15,414 miles
    Test number
    618498874120
    • NoteBody damage to front o/s
    • NoteCracking to rear n/s tyre sidewall

  20. Pass12,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    12,547 miles
    Test number
    825765683192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail12,547 miles (+3,115)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,547 miles
    Test number
    548515083157
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

  22. Pass9,432 miles (+1,237)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    9,432 miles
    Test number
    176210782103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,195 miles (+434)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    8,195 miles
    Test number
    797660181157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass7,761 miles (+421)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    7,761 miles
    Test number
    503132880158
    • NoteBoth rear brake hoses cracking.

  25. Pass7,340 miles (+326)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    7,340 miles
    Test number
    761392489193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass7,014 miles (+417)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    7,014 miles
    Test number
    904983988154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass6,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    6,597 miles
    Test number
    552598277198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail6,597 miles (+942)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,597 miles
    Test number
    664617077169
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  29. Pass5,655 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    5,655 miles
    Test number
    610336256161
    • NoteBOTH FRONT BRAKE HOSES HAVE SMALL CRACKS.

Questions about Y872 LHU

Does Y872 LHU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y872 LHU is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y872 LHU?
The MOT on Y872 LHU is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y872 LHU done?
Y872 LHU was recorded at 79,690 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 3,734 miles a year.
Has Y872 LHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y872 LHU has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y872 LHU 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 Y872 LHU find?
Y872 LHU passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes.; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi., and 2 more.

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