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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,299 cc

T385 KABMOT history

T385 KAB is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 47,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
47,002 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,145 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T385 KAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T385 KAB was last recorded at 47,002 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,000 miles · 6 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,145 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,002 miles
  • 2025 – 45,896 miles
  • 2024 – 44,843 miles
  • 2023 – 43,203 miles
  • 2022 – 42,238 miles
  • 2021 – 41,467 miles
  • 2020 – 40,920 miles
  • 2019 – 40,427 miles
  • 2018 – 39,461 miles
  • 2017 – 38,576 miles
  • 2016 – 37,757 miles
  • 2015 – 36,553 miles
  • 2014 – 35,383 miles
  • 2013 – 34,319 miles
  • 2012 – 33,157 miles
  • 2011 – 31,921 miles
  • 2010 – 30,593 miles
  • 2009 – 29,395 miles
  • 2008 – 27,802 miles
  • 2007 – 25,867 miles
  • 2006 – 24,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,002 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,002 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    47,002 miles
    Test number
    510103702430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail47,000 miles (+1,104)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,000 miles
    Test number
    937791319252
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  3. Pass45,896 miles (+1,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    45,896 miles
    Test number
    148062769735
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner rear sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner rear sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  4. Pass44,843 miles (+1,640)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    44,843 miles
    Test number
    562174707010
    • MinorCentral Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass43,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    43,203 miles
    Test number
    122337706807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail43,203 miles (+965)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,203 miles
    Test number
    658712158155
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass42,238 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    42,238 miles
    Test number
    903465162875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail42,235 miles (+768)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,235 miles
    Test number
    902270579012
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexi. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  9. Pass41,467 miles (+547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    41,467 miles
    Test number
    295929173614
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass40,920 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    40,920 miles
    Test number
    484806251442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Fail40,918 miles (+491)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,918 miles
    Test number
    784541249075
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass40,427 miles (+966)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    40,427 miles
    Test number
    175929257700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,461 miles (+885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    39,461 miles
    Test number
    914603253108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass38,576 miles (+819)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    38,576 miles
    Test number
    133836064080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,757 miles (+1,204)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    37,757 miles
    Test number
    227445249823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,553 miles (+1,170)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    36,553 miles
    Test number
    415435075020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,383 miles (+1,064)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    35,383 miles
    Test number
    359766074090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,319 miles (+1,162)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    34,319 miles
    Test number
    698760983075
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Pass33,157 miles (+1,236)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    33,157 miles
    Test number
    865899572041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,921 miles (+1,328)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    31,921 miles
    Test number
    159562281487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,593 miles (+1,198)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,593 miles
    Test number
    971184170037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,395 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    29,395 miles
    Test number
    202686789042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,393 miles (+1,591)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,393 miles
    Test number
    141775589443
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  24. Pass27,802 miles (+1,935)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    27,802 miles
    Test number
    662247888003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,867 miles
    Test number
    191175187404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail25,867 miles (+1,702)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,867 miles
    Test number
    513225487092
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  27. Pass24,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,165 miles
    Test number
    283586486059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T385 KAB

Does T385 KAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T385 KAB is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T385 KAB?
The MOT on T385 KAB is valid until 11 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 KAB done?
T385 KAB was recorded at 47,002 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 1,145 miles a year.
Has T385 KAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T385 KAB has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T385 KAB 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 KAB find?
T385 KAB passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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