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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,242 cc

R95 DDMMOT history

R95 DDM is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Sept 1997. Its MOT expired on 2 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 59,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jan 2026
Mileage
59,550 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,226 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R95 DDM
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
30 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

R95 DDM was last recorded at 59,550 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 10,706 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,844 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,706 miles
Average per year
2,226 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,550 miles
  • 2025 – 48,844 miles
  • 2024 – 48,832 miles
  • 2023 – 43,843 miles
  • 2022 – 43,821 miles
  • 2021 – 31,826 miles
  • 2020 – 26,246 miles
  • 2019 – 25,585 miles
  • 2018 – 24,352 miles
  • 2017 – 24,002 miles
  • 2016 – 23,396 miles
  • 2015 – 23,115 miles
  • 2014 – 22,725 miles
  • 2013 – 21,749 miles
  • 2012 – 21,439 miles
  • 2011 – 20,939 miles
  • 2010 – 18,889 miles
  • 2009 – 17,466 miles
  • 2008 – 16,705 miles
  • 2007 – 15,992 miles
  • 2006 – 15,267 miles
  • 2005 – 14,448 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail59,550 miles
  • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Beam axle mounting prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail59,550 miles (+10,706)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,550 miles
    Test number
    509169945497
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass48,844 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    48,844 miles
    Test number
    962345494716
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Beam axle mounting prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail48,832 miles (+4,989)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,832 miles
    Test number
    687389258079
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Beam axle mounting prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass43,843 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    43,843 miles
    Test number
    632871822724
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail43,821 miles (+11,995)2 dangerous4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,821 miles
    Test number
    270542216975
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed HEAVY INNER WEAR,VOID OF TREAD ..DANGEROUS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength REAR OF OUTER SILL. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge HEAVY INNER WEAR,VOID OF TREAD ..DANGEROUS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive REAR OF OUTER SILL. SILL UNDERSEALED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass31,826 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    31,826 miles
    Test number
    344536485325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail31,826 miles (+5,580)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,826 miles
    Test number
    871086789266
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass26,246 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    26,246 miles
    Test number
    812487416713
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail26,246 miles (+661)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,246 miles
    Test number
    208087150782
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass25,585 miles (+1,233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    25,585 miles
    Test number
    131981984796
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass24,352 miles (+350)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    24,352 miles
    Test number
    273271995142
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak

  12. Pass24,002 miles (+606)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    24,002 miles
    Test number
    107546387993
    • AdvisoryAdvise front number plate deteriarating
    • AdvisoryAdvise surface corrosion to outer sills
    • AdvisoryAdvise tyres low pressure

  13. Pass23,396 miles (+281)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    23,396 miles
    Test number
    103759324341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass23,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    23,115 miles
    Test number
    364781506730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail23,115 miles (+390)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,115 miles
    Test number
    717039944194
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass22,725 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    22,725 miles
    Test number
    335656684244
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  17. Fail22,725 miles (+976)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,725 miles
    Test number
    139463684253
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  18. Pass21,749 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    21,749 miles
    Test number
    555137593223
    • NoteO/s/f inner tyre tread worn

  19. Fail21,749 miles (+310)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,749 miles
    Test number
    199046493258
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteO/s/f inner tyre tread worn

  20. Pass21,439 miles (+500)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    21,439 miles
    Test number
    979018472267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres outter walls worn
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outter wall split

  21. Pass20,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    20,939 miles
    Test number
    735402071296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail20,939 miles (+2,050)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,939 miles
    Test number
    918462171218
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  23. Pass18,889 miles (+1,423)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    18,889 miles
    Test number
    804697180298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,466 miles (+761)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    17,466 miles
    Test number
    763578489283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,705 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    16,705 miles
    Test number
    240608088257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail16,705 miles (+713)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,705 miles
    Test number
    232208988222
    • FailureNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  27. Pass15,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    15,992 miles
    Test number
    731563797260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail15,992 miles (+725)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,992 miles
    Test number
    731643797274
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  29. Pass15,267 miles (+819)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    15,267 miles
    Test number
    904506796275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass14,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    14,448 miles
    Test number
    371300485496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail14,447 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,447 miles
    Test number
    353300285472
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about R95 DDM

Does R95 DDM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R95 DDM expired on 2 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R95 DDM?
The MOT on R95 DDM expired on 2 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R95 DDM done?
R95 DDM was recorded at 59,550 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 2,226 miles a year.
Has R95 DDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R95 DDM has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on R95 DDM 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 R95 DDM find?
R95 DDM failed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 3 major defects and 5 advisories: brake fluid significantly below minimum mark; nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced; offside rear subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 5 more.

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