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Ford Fiesta

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 1,242 cc

P495 ARUMOT history

P495 ARU is a silver petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 12 Feb 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 60,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Feb 2026
Mileage
60,845 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P495 ARU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P495 ARU was last recorded at 60,845 miles on 13 Feb 2025, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,798 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
2,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 60,845 miles
  • 2024 – 54,101 miles
  • 2023 – 51,102 miles
  • 2022 – 50,827 miles
  • 2021 – 46,626 miles
  • 2020 – 45,186 miles
  • 2019 – 41,513 miles
  • 2018 – 36,363 miles
  • 2017 – 32,235 miles
  • 2016 – 31,028 miles
  • 2015 – 27,389 miles
  • 2014 – 25,896 miles
  • 2013 – 23,726 miles
  • 2012 – 19,922 miles
  • 2011 – 15,491 miles
  • 2010 – 14,709 miles
  • 2009 – 14,282 miles
  • 2008 – 13,948 miles
  • 2007 – 13,511 miles
  • 2006 – 12,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,845 miles
  • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryHandbrake travelRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Main trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Main trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,845 miles (+47)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    60,845 miles
    Test number
    593939693264
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Main trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Main trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail60,798 miles (+6,697)1 dangerous6 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,798 miles
    Test number
    306460703216
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Main trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Main trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass54,101 miles (+49)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    54,101 miles
    Test number
    646477597986
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail54,052 miles (+2,950)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,052 miles
    Test number
    631268039703
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass51,102 miles (+275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    51,102 miles
    Test number
    831359616530
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass50,827 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    50,827 miles
    Test number
    301187904726
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail50,824 miles (+4,198)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,824 miles
    Test number
    488522691638
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Pass46,626 miles (+1,440)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    46,626 miles
    Test number
    235049991130
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion through out lower parts of vehicle
  9. Pass45,186 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    45,186 miles
    Test number
    425232244354
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail45,185 miles (+3,672)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,185 miles
    Test number
    688348859850
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill / rear axle mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill / rear axle mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass41,513 miles (+5,150)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    41,513 miles
    Test number
    878979689955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,363 miles (+4,128)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    36,363 miles
    Test number
    543023693982
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
  13. Pass32,235 miles (+1,207)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    32,235 miles
    Test number
    883327193309
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing
  14. Pass31,028 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    31,028 miles
    Test number
    475325802710
    • AdvisoryAll wiper blades split at ends
  15. Fail31,028 miles (+3,639)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,028 miles
    Test number
    878462078750
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/70t13 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll wiper blades split at ends
  16. Pass27,389 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    27,389 miles
    Test number
    178429825077
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail27,389 miles (+1,493)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,389 miles
    Test number
    326519525051
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass25,896 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    25,896 miles
    Test number
    196118744469
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges close to legal limit
  19. Fail25,896 miles (+2,170)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,896 miles
    Test number
    716398044042
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges close to legal limit
  20. Pass23,726 miles (+3,804)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    23,726 miles
    Test number
    957408233036
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass19,922 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    19,922 miles
    Test number
    618270032096
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust system deterioated
  22. Fail19,922 miles (+4,431)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,922 miles
    Test number
    797330232079
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust system deterioated
  23. Pass15,491 miles (+782)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    15,491 miles
    Test number
    707289141090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,709 miles (+427)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    14,709 miles
    Test number
    333415930014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,282 miles (+334)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    14,282 miles
    Test number
    551911449052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass13,948 miles (+437)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    13,948 miles
    Test number
    673799948091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass13,511 miles (+637)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    13,511 miles
    Test number
    752747047090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass12,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    12,874 miles
    Test number
    101295346485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P495 ARU

Does P495 ARU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P495 ARU expired on 12 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P495 ARU?
The MOT on P495 ARU expired on 12 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P495 ARU done?
P495 ARU was recorded at 60,845 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2025, an average of 2,525 miles a year.
Has P495 ARU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P495 ARU has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on P495 ARU 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 P495 ARU find?
P495 ARU passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2025 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: hazard warning switch faulty; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; handbrake travel, and 8 more.

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