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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,299 cc

T398 DGTMOT history

T398 DGT is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 38,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
38,842 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T398 DGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T398 DGT was last recorded at 38,842 miles on 14 May 2026, 408 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,434 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
408 miles
Average per year
797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 38,842 miles
  • 2025 – 38,434 miles
  • 2024 – 37,996 miles
  • 2023 – 37,549 miles
  • 2022 – 37,134 miles
  • 2021 – 36,786 miles
  • 2020 – 36,566 miles
  • 2019 – 36,083 miles
  • 2018 – 35,473 miles
  • 2017 – 34,444 miles
  • 2016 – 33,190 miles
  • 2015 – 31,847 miles
  • 2014 – 29,985 miles
  • 2013 – 28,293 miles
  • 2012 – 27,161 miles
  • 2011 – 25,369 miles
  • 2009 – 25,321 miles
  • 2008 – 24,859 miles
  • 2007 – 24,143 miles
  • 2006 – 23,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass38,842 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Just meet min req (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Spare tyre defective flat/under inflated
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass38,842 miles (+408)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    38,842 miles
    Test number
    354658408351
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Just meet min req (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Spare tyre defective flat/under inflated
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass38,434 miles (+438)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    38,434 miles
    Test number
    332418869147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass37,996 miles (+447)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    37,996 miles
    Test number
    205267932734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass37,549 miles (+415)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    37,549 miles
    Test number
    148770968518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass37,134 miles (+348)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    37,134 miles
    Test number
    437099142047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass36,786 miles (+220)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    36,786 miles
    Test number
    423595688073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner of (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass36,566 miles (+483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    36,566 miles
    Test number
    532872254659
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass36,083 miles (+610)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    36,083 miles
    Test number
    647421462228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass35,473 miles (+1,029)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    35,473 miles
    Test number
    616013140055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,444 miles (+1,254)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    34,444 miles
    Test number
    567690885765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass33,190 miles (+1,343)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    33,190 miles
    Test number
    570488184597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    31,847 miles
    Test number
    859462935173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail31,847 miles (+1,862)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,847 miles
    Test number
    738002035125
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteO/s wiper blade in poor condition

  14. Pass29,985 miles (+1,692)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    29,985 miles
    Test number
    666690144121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    28,293 miles
    Test number
    888118223193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail28,293 miles (+1,132)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,293 miles
    Test number
    827387523102
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  17. Pass27,161 miles (+1,792)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    27,161 miles
    Test number
    279721932444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,369 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    25,369 miles
    Test number
    966227351182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,321 miles (+462)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    25,321 miles
    Test number
    382820089170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,859 miles (+716)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    24,859 miles
    Test number
    901686178196
    • NoteNearside front tyre damaged on side wall not to cords

  21. Fail24,143 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,143 miles
    Test number
    422793587137
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass24,143 miles (+1,133)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    24,143 miles
    Test number
    540733687137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail23,010 miles2 repaired7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,010 miles
    Test number
    734846686134
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • NoteDamage to front bumper
    • NoteImbalance in front brakes 21%
    • NoteImbalance in rear service brakes 31%
    • NoteLift in rear shock absorber top mounts
    • NoteNearside front wheel trim damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner shoulder
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  24. Pass23,010 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    23,010 miles
    Test number
    750786486166
    • NoteDamage to front bumper
    • NoteImbalance in front brakes 21%
    • NoteImbalance in rear service brakes 31%
    • NoteLift in rear shock absorber top mounts
    • NoteNearside front wheel trim damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner shoulder
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

Questions about T398 DGT

Does T398 DGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T398 DGT is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T398 DGT?
The MOT on T398 DGT is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T398 DGT done?
T398 DGT was recorded at 38,842 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 797 miles a year.
Has T398 DGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T398 DGT has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2015.
Has the mileage on T398 DGT 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 T398 DGT find?
T398 DGT passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 9 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear outer vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 6 more.

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