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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T396 RDLMOT history

T396 RDL is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 41,801 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2023
Mileage
41,801 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T396 RDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T396 RDL was last recorded at 41,801 miles on 23 Apr 2022, 1,735 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,066 miles · 18 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
1,735 miles
Average per year
1,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 41,801 miles
  • 2021 – 40,066 miles
  • 2020 – 40,051 miles
  • 2019 – 39,693 miles
  • 2018 – 39,023 miles
  • 2017 – 38,241 miles
  • 2016 – 37,434 miles
  • 2015 – 36,327 miles
  • 2014 – 35,094 miles
  • 2013 – 33,037 miles
  • 2012 – 30,446 miles
  • 2011 – 24,954 miles
  • 2010 – 16,863 miles
  • 2009 – 15,305 miles
  • 2008 – 14,850 miles
  • 2007 – 14,378 miles
  • 2006 – 13,732 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,801 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • 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 rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 hose slightly deteriorated Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,801 miles (+1,735)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    41,801 miles
    Test number
    293405607738
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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 rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass40,066 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    40,066 miles
    Test number
    486169802237
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail40,065 miles (+14)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,065 miles
    Test number
    822577738586
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass40,051 miles (+358)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    40,051 miles
    Test number
    563676127601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass39,693 miles (+670)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    39,693 miles
    Test number
    894662875908
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  6. Pass39,023 miles (+782)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    39,023 miles
    Test number
    815042581277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  7. Pass38,241 miles (+807)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    38,241 miles
    Test number
    760235303090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (2.4.G.2)
  8. Pass37,434 miles (+1,107)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    37,434 miles
    Test number
    851577462502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass36,327 miles (+1,233)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    36,327 miles
    Test number
    866190575047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass35,094 miles (+2,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    35,094 miles
    Test number
    175919774400
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  11. Pass33,037 miles (+2,591)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    33,037 miles
    Test number
    447361973004
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass30,446 miles (+5,492)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,446 miles
    Test number
    376305772006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass24,954 miles (+8,091)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    24,954 miles
    Test number
    737864571055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass16,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    16,863 miles
    Test number
    564002580079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail16,863 miles (+1,558)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,863 miles
    Test number
    661087070061
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  16. Pass15,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    15,305 miles
    Test number
    454473189083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail15,305 miles (+455)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,305 miles
    Test number
    664353989025
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass14,850 miles (+472)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    14,850 miles
    Test number
    904663278003
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perishing (165/70/13)
  19. Pass14,378 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    14,378 miles
    Test number
    930292977080
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  20. Fail14,378 miles (+646)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,378 miles
    Test number
    521052077065
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass13,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    13,732 miles
    Test number
    384205976095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T396 RDL

Does T396 RDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T396 RDL expired on 22 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T396 RDL?
The MOT on T396 RDL expired on 22 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T396 RDL done?
T396 RDL was recorded at 41,801 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2022, an average of 1,743 miles a year.
Has T396 RDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T396 RDL has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on T396 RDL 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 T396 RDL find?
T396 RDL passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2022 with 15 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated, and 12 more.

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