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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,242 cc

Y878 HTWMOT history

Y878 HTW is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 15 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 68,388 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2023.

Y878 HTW blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2023
Mileage
68,388 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,022 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y878 HTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y878 HTW was last recorded at 68,388 miles on 1 Feb 2023, 2,647 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Oct 2019: 62,411 miles, lower than 63,420 miles on 10 Sept 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
65,741 miles · 28 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
2,647 miles
Average per year
2,022 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 68,388 miles
  • 2022 – 65,741 miles
  • 2020 – 63,811 miles
  • 2019 – 62,411 miles
  • 2018 – 63,420 miles
  • 2017 – 57,691 miles
  • 2016 – 57,025 miles
  • 2015 – 55,242 miles
  • 2014 – 53,600 miles
  • 2013 – 51,676 miles
  • 2012 – 50,004 miles
  • 2011 – 48,262 miles
  • 2010 – 46,505 miles
  • 2009 – 44,254 miles
  • 2008 – 41,900 miles
  • 2007 – 39,640 miles
  • 2006 – 37,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail68,388 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat insecure both front seat securing bolts slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut insecurely attached top cap loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area around trailing arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer (5.2.3 (e))
  • 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 has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area around trailing arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer (5.2.3 (e))
  • 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre x2
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (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.

  • Signs of possible coolant leak))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail68,388 miles (+2,647)1 dangerous10 major2 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,388 miles
    Test number
    926649740854
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat insecure both front seat securing bolts slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut insecurely attached top cap loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area around trailing arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area around trailing arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass65,741 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    65,741 miles
    Test number
    407490469012
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail65,741 miles (+1,930)3 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,741 miles
    Test number
    617024512679
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass63,811 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    63,811 miles
    Test number
    312379994348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail63,811 miles (+1,400)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,811 miles
    Test number
    231414821857
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass62,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,411 miles
    Test number
    569766818828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail62,411 miles (-1,009)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,411 miles
    Test number
    594193887473
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass63,420 miles (+5,729)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    63,420 miles
    Test number
    849372688672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,691 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    57,691 miles
    Test number
    574514934578
    • AdvisorySigns of possible coolant leak))

  10. Fail57,691 miles (+666)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,691 miles
    Test number
    842215528791
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySigns of possible coolant leak))

  11. Pass57,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    57,025 miles
    Test number
    780136037432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail57,025 miles (+1,783)1 failure4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,025 miles
    Test number
    408772178192
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass55,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,242 miles
    Test number
    856328545600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,242 miles (+1,642)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,242 miles
    Test number
    797735069214
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass53,600 miles (+1,924)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    53,600 miles
    Test number
    526942464240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,676 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,676 miles
    Test number
    925942353275
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass51,676 miles (+1,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    51,676 miles
    Test number
    985022453255
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail50,004 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,004 miles
    Test number
    388901162415
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass50,004 miles (+1,742)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    50,004 miles
    Test number
    737471762208
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass48,262 miles (+1,757)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,262 miles
    Test number
    198458331237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail46,505 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,505 miles
    Test number
    754905360225
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass46,505 miles (+2,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    46,505 miles
    Test number
    803885560269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass44,254 miles (+2,354)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    44,254 miles
    Test number
    432466569265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,900 miles (+2,260)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,900 miles
    Test number
    323857768456
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Pass39,640 miles (+2,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    39,640 miles
    Test number
    312862767433
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass37,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    37,219 miles
    Test number
    453406826202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail37,219 miles (+2,989)2 dangerous2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,219 miles
    Test number
    112102626254
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • NoteExcess engine oil leak
    • NoteNearside head lamp lense damaged †Excess engine oil leak
    • NoteNearside mirror missing
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deteriorated

  28. Pass34,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,230 miles
    Test number
    152862476092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail34,230 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,230 miles
    Test number
    371332476000
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Questions about Y878 HTW

Does Y878 HTW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y878 HTW expired on 27 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y878 HTW?
The MOT on Y878 HTW expired on 27 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y878 HTW done?
Y878 HTW was recorded at 68,388 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2023, an average of 2,022 miles a year.
Has Y878 HTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y878 HTW has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on Y878 HTW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Oct 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y878 HTW find?
Y878 HTW failed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects, 2 minor defects and 18 advisories: offside front driver's seat insecure both front seat securing bolts slightly loose; fuel cap/sealing device missing; nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated, and 28 more.

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