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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,388 cc

T397 UEVMOT history

T397 UEV is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 4 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2021 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 109,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Dec 2021
Mileage
109,844 mi
At MOT on 29 Mar 2022
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T397 UEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
29 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T397 UEV was last recorded at 109,844 miles on 29 Mar 2022, 2,461 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,383 miles · 2 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
2,461 miles
Average per year
4,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 109,844 miles
  • 2020 – 107,383 miles
  • 2019 – 103,585 miles
  • 2018 – 99,476 miles
  • 2017 – 96,390 miles
  • 2016 – 93,088 miles
  • 2015 – 89,883 miles
  • 2014 – 85,163 miles
  • 2013 – 80,987 miles
  • 2012 – 77,223 miles
  • 2011 – 72,565 miles
  • 2010 – 67,402 miles
  • 2009 – 61,933 miles
  • 2008 – 55,440 miles
  • 2007 – 49,096 miles
  • 2006 – 42,837 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,844 miles
  • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to floor / chassis

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.

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • N/s/r tyre has perish marks in tread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • O/s/r tyre has perish marks in sidewall

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2010

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,844 miles (+2,461)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,844 miles
    Test number
    977164594848
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to floor / chassis

  2. Pass107,383 miles (+5)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    107,383 miles
    Test number
    487573332758
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail107,378 miles (+3,793)1 dangerous1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,378 miles
    Test number
    294002564037
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass103,585 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,585 miles
    Test number
    573198140172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perish

  5. Fail103,579 miles (+4,103)4 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,579 miles
    Test number
    276173820037
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perish

  6. Pass99,476 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    99,476 miles
    Test number
    562218618175
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security radiator mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer door sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre has perish marks in tread
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lights working
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre has perish marks in sidewall

  7. Fail99,474 miles (+3,084)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,474 miles
    Test number
    722522575678
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security radiator mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer door sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre has perish marks in tread
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lights working
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre has perish marks in sidewall

  8. Pass96,390 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    96,390 miles
    Test number
    412628341447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre has perish marks in tread
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre has perish marks in sidewall

  9. Fail96,387 miles (+3,299)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,387 miles
    Test number
    190920712292
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer door sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre has perish marks in tread
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre has perish marks in sidewall

  10. Pass93,088 miles (+3,205)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    93,088 miles
    Test number
    731659018437
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion door sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion door sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass89,883 miles (+4,720)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    89,883 miles
    Test number
    985155075173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteAuxillary belt deteriorated
    • NoteBoot doesnt open
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has perish marks in sidewall
    • NoteRear wiper blade deteriorated

  12. Fail85,163 miles3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,163 miles
    Test number
    817626274148
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteN/s and o/s outer door sill slight corrosion

  13. Pass85,163 miles (+4,176)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    85,163 miles
    Test number
    865016574121
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteN/s and o/s outer door sill slight corrosion

  14. Pass80,987 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    80,987 miles
    Test number
    175522663148
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail80,987 miles (+3,764)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,987 miles
    Test number
    688212063114
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass77,223 miles (+4,658)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    77,223 miles
    Test number
    949963272173
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f fog light not working
    • NoteO/s/r body has damage/dent in door

  17. Pass72,565 miles (+1)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    72,565 miles
    Test number
    285018771461
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront number plate slight damage
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perish marks
    • NoteOuter door sills surface corrosion starting

  18. Fail72,564 miles (+5,162)1 failure3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,564 miles
    Test number
    295855971191
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEmissions not tested car over heating fan not working
    • NoteFront number plate slight damage
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perish marks
    • NoteOuter door sills surface corrosion starting
    • NoteRear wiper blade detiorated

  19. Pass67,402 miles (+5,469)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    67,402 miles
    Test number
    590777860100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated

  20. Pass61,933 miles (+6,493)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,933 miles
    Test number
    990162189120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated

  21. Pass55,440 miles (+6,344)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    55,440 miles
    Test number
    240166178142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated

  22. Fail49,096 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,096 miles
    Test number
    632951277156
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass49,096 miles (+6,259)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    49,096 miles
    Test number
    844771377170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass42,837 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    42,837 miles
    Test number
    673716866101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Questions about T397 UEV

Does T397 UEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T397 UEV expired on 1 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T397 UEV?
The MOT on T397 UEV expired on 1 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T397 UEV done?
T397 UEV was recorded at 109,844 miles at its MOT on 29 Mar 2022, an average of 4,245 miles a year.
Has T397 UEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T397 UEV has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T397 UEV 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 T397 UEV find?
T397 UEV failed its latest MOT on 29 Mar 2022 with 3 major defects and 6 advisories: brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel; offside front anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 6 more.

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