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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,242 cc

T385 FRUMOT history

T385 FRU is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 37,130 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
37,130 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,084 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T385 FRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T385 FRU was last recorded at 37,130 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 1,041 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,089 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,041 miles
Average per year
1,084 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,130 miles
  • 2025 – 36,089 miles
  • 2024 – 35,316 miles
  • 2023 – 35,015 miles
  • 2022 – 33,296 miles
  • 2021 – 32,588 miles
  • 2020 – 32,317 miles
  • 2019 – 31,763 miles
  • 2018 – 29,129 miles
  • 2016 – 29,086 miles
  • 2015 – 28,111 miles
  • 2014 – 27,036 miles
  • 2013 – 25,912 miles
  • 2012 – 24,569 miles
  • 2011 – 23,380 miles
  • 2010 – 21,763 miles
  • 2009 – 20,778 miles
  • 2008 – 19,362 miles
  • 2007 – 17,841 miles
  • 2006 – 16,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,130 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryMinor oil leak transmission
  • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre inner edge wearing thin
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components and carrier rusty
  • AdvisoryRear wiper blade wornRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • O/s front and o/s rear tyres inner edges wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,130 miles (+1,041)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    37,130 miles
    Test number
    192303488389
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak transmission
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre inner edge wearing thin
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components and carrier rusty
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade worn

  2. Pass36,089 miles (+773)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    36,089 miles
    Test number
    336780576733
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear shock absorbers rusty
    • AdvisoryO/s front and o/s rear tyres inner edges wearing thin
    • AdvisoryRear suspension carrier rusty
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade worn

  3. Pass35,316 miles (+301)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    35,316 miles
    Test number
    649322708799
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • Advisory0/ds and n/s rear shockabsorbers rusty rear suspension carrier rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s front and o/s rear tyres inner edges wearing thin

  4. Pass35,015 miles (+1,719)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    35,015 miles
    Test number
    159210608552
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear shockabsorber casings rusty

  5. Pass33,296 miles (+708)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    33,296 miles
    Test number
    371444215265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/a and n/s rear shockabsorber casings rusty

  6. Pass32,588 miles (+271)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    32,588 miles
    Test number
    290134765269
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass32,317 miles (+554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    32,317 miles
    Test number
    336463523142
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass31,763 miles (+2,634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    31,763 miles
    Test number
    625831409152
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  9. Pass29,129 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    29,129 miles
    Test number
    789682988410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass29,086 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    29,086 miles
    Test number
    130142195958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail29,078 miles (+967)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,078 miles
    Test number
    617696437982
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass28,111 miles (+1,075)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    28,111 miles
    Test number
    418245983282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly seized bearing (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass27,036 miles (+1,124)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    27,036 miles
    Test number
    666943324351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  14. Pass25,912 miles (+1,343)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    25,912 miles
    Test number
    297521933377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass24,569 miles (+1,189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    24,569 miles
    Test number
    317171332358
    • AdvisoryNearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  16. Fail23,380 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,380 miles
    Test number
    757285231354
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  17. Pass23,380 miles (+1,617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    23,380 miles
    Test number
    938295831374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  18. Pass21,763 miles (+985)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    21,763 miles
    Test number
    492665430478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  19. Pass20,778 miles (+1,416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    20,778 miles
    Test number
    424940939389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass19,362 miles (+1,521)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    19,362 miles
    Test number
    490175548401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass17,841 miles (+1,560)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    17,841 miles
    Test number
    462981147400
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass16,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    16,281 miles
    Test number
    543524836307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T385 FRU

Does T385 FRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T385 FRU is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T385 FRU?
The MOT on T385 FRU is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T385 FRU done?
T385 FRU was recorded at 37,130 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 1,084 miles a year.
Has T385 FRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T385 FRU has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2016.
Has the mileage on T385 FRU 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 T385 FRU find?
T385 FRU passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 8 more.

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