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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y885 JBTMOT history

Y885 JBT is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 53,068 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2025.

Y885 JBT black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Fiesta, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2025
Mileage
53,068 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,346 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y885 JBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y885 JBT was last recorded at 53,068 miles on 29 Aug 2025, 1,825 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,243 miles · 13 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,825 miles
Average per year
1,346 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 53,068 miles
  • 2024 – 51,243 miles
  • 2023 – 48,339 miles
  • 2022 – 47,954 miles
  • 2019 – 47,747 miles
  • 2018 – 44,848 miles
  • 2017 – 42,861 miles
  • 2014 – 40,080 miles
  • 2012 – 39,433 miles
  • 2011 – 38,327 miles
  • 2010 – 36,179 miles
  • 2009 – 34,268 miles
  • 2008 – 31,767 miles
  • 2007 – 29,411 miles
  • 2006 – 26,780 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail53,068 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassy to wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassy to wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (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.

  • Drive belt worn, but not excessively Starting to fray

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Hazard warning switch faulty

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail53,068 miles (+1,825)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,068 miles
    Test number
    794517092891
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassy to wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassy to wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass51,243 miles (+2,904)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    51,243 miles
    Test number
    739784845522
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryInner wings corroded

  3. Pass48,339 miles (+13)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    48,339 miles
    Test number
    440366383968
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively Starting to fray (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Starting to split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Starting to split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Fail48,326 miles (+372)4 major1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,326 miles
    Test number
    323714617413
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor corroded 30cm within seat mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor corroded 30cm within seat mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Top boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively Starting to fray (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Flexi pipe is starting to split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Flexi pipe is starting to split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass47,954 miles (+207)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    47,954 miles
    Test number
    541245190227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass47,747 miles (+2,899)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    47,747 miles
    Test number
    735781646849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass44,848 miles (+1,987)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    44,848 miles
    Test number
    192262287054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass42,861 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    42,861 miles
    Test number
    710936597605
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail42,861 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,861 miles
    Test number
    472619275465
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    318463398153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    298453997954
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass40,080 miles (+647)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    40,080 miles
    Test number
    799104444217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r axle bush perished
    • NoteO/s/r axle bush perished

  13. Pass39,433 miles (+1,106)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    39,433 miles
    Test number
    858879062034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    38,327 miles
    Test number
    329891031068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail38,327 miles (+2,148)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,327 miles
    Test number
    467429021090
    • FailureNearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass36,179 miles (+1,911)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    36,179 miles
    Test number
    163686350491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,268 miles (+2,501)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    34,268 miles
    Test number
    971285949086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,767 miles (+2,356)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    31,767 miles
    Test number
    344801158059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,411 miles (+2,631)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    29,411 miles
    Test number
    253557147034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    26,780 miles
    Test number
    613048346010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,780 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,780 miles
    Test number
    581297546056
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about Y885 JBT

Does Y885 JBT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y885 JBT expired on 12 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y885 JBT?
The MOT on Y885 JBT expired on 12 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y885 JBT done?
Y885 JBT was recorded at 53,068 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2025, an average of 1,346 miles a year.
Has Y885 JBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y885 JBT has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on Y885 JBT 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 Y885 JBT find?
Y885 JBT failed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2025 with 5 major defects: nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassy to wheel arch; nearside suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor, and 2 more.

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