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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,242 cc

P778 RMBMOT history

P778 RMB is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 1 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 66,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2025
Mileage
66,255 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,268 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P778 RMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2025
Latest MOT test
9 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

P778 RMB was last recorded at 66,255 miles on 9 May 2024, 1,322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,933 miles · 8 May 2023
Between the last two tests
1,322 miles
Average per year
1,268 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 66,255 miles
  • 2023 – 64,933 miles
  • 2022 – 63,543 miles
  • 2021 – 62,118 miles
  • 2020 – 61,724 miles
  • 2019 – 60,322 miles
  • 2018 – 59,222 miles
  • 2017 – 57,979 miles
  • 2016 – 56,551 miles
  • 2015 – 55,137 miles
  • 2014 – 53,993 miles
  • 2013 – 52,927 miles
  • 2012 – 51,684 miles
  • 2011 – 50,379 miles
  • 2010 – 49,149 miles
  • 2009 – 47,671 miles
  • 2008 – 45,671 miles
  • 2007 – 44,745 miles
  • 2006 – 43,434 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,255 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Wing corroded

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.

  • Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear axle bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose mirror unit loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,255 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    66,255 miles
    Test number
    675740075067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Wing corroded

  2. Fail66,053 miles (+1,120)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,053 miles
    Test number
    579801917436
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Wing corroded

  3. Pass64,933 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    64,933 miles
    Test number
    981920834110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail64,933 miles (+1,390)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,933 miles
    Test number
    424724784668
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass63,543 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    63,543 miles
    Test number
    242821880490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail63,540 miles (+1,422)2 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,540 miles
    Test number
    296923639634
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass62,118 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    62,118 miles
    Test number
    122003855684
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose mirror unit loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear axle bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Fail62,117 miles (+393)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,117 miles
    Test number
    196798571429
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose mirror unit loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear axle bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass61,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2021
    Odometer
    61,724 miles
    Test number
    364578418644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail61,724 miles (+1,402)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,724 miles
    Test number
    886100003628
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass60,322 miles (+1,100)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    60,322 miles
    Test number
    447688726242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    59,222 miles
    Test number
    864658148279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,222 miles (+1,243)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,222 miles
    Test number
    713986138349
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Pass57,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    57,979 miles
    Test number
    500902782151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail57,979 miles (+1,428)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,979 miles
    Test number
    672025547075
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass56,551 miles (+1,414)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    56,551 miles
    Test number
    134505905390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,137 miles
    Test number
    767243635193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,137 miles (+1,144)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,137 miles
    Test number
    185913035180
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass53,993 miles (+1,066)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    53,993 miles
    Test number
    688483634127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,927 miles (+1,243)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    52,927 miles
    Test number
    859679323138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,684 miles (+1,305)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,684 miles
    Test number
    888051932147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,379 miles
    Test number
    166519221164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail50,379 miles (+1,230)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,379 miles
    Test number
    229269421429
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass49,149 miles (+1,478)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,149 miles
    Test number
    434690430104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,671 miles (+2,000)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,671 miles
    Test number
    110037329167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,671 miles (+926)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    45,671 miles
    Test number
    644768728158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass44,745 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,745 miles
    Test number
    971970537110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass43,434 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    43,434 miles
    Test number
    270859026492
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about P778 RMB

Does P778 RMB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P778 RMB expired on 18 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P778 RMB?
The MOT on P778 RMB expired on 18 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P778 RMB done?
P778 RMB was recorded at 66,255 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2024, an average of 1,268 miles a year.
Has P778 RMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P778 RMB has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2024.
Has the mileage on P778 RMB 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 P778 RMB find?
P778 RMB passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2024 with 1 advisory: nearside front lower wing corroded.

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