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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T398 RDLMOT history

T398 RDL is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 80,768 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Sept 2027
Mileage
80,768 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T398 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
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T398 RDL was last recorded at 80,768 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 2,229 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,539 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,229 miles
Average per year
2,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,768 miles
  • 2025 – 78,539 miles
  • 2024 – 76,308 miles
  • 2023 – 74,081 miles
  • 2022 – 72,047 miles
  • 2021 – 70,057 miles
  • 2020 – 69,230 miles
  • 2019 – 66,843 miles
  • 2018 – 64,227 miles
  • 2017 – 61,503 miles
  • 2016 – 59,052 miles
  • 2015 – 55,890 miles
  • 2014 – 52,760 miles
  • 2013 – 50,003 miles
  • 2012 – 46,852 miles
  • 2011 – 43,669 miles
  • 2010 – 40,266 miles
  • 2009 – 36,858 miles
  • 2008 – 33,260 miles
  • 2007 – 30,402 miles
  • 2006 – 26,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,768 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer wing to sill panel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,768 miles (+2,229)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    80,768 miles
    Test number
    601647125941
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  2. Pass78,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    78,539 miles
    Test number
    504532939547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail78,539 miles (+2,231)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,539 miles
    Test number
    182670785820
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing to sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass76,308 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    76,308 miles
    Test number
    114624197904
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer wing to sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail76,305 miles (+2,224)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,305 miles
    Test number
    973013650978
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer wing to sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass74,081 miles (+2,034)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    74,081 miles
    Test number
    372010818341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass72,047 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    72,047 miles
    Test number
    256908129439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail72,044 miles (+1,987)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,044 miles
    Test number
    143947247690
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass70,057 miles (+827)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    70,057 miles
    Test number
    103323488541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,230 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    69,230 miles
    Test number
    211764767117
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail69,230 miles (+2,387)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,230 miles
    Test number
    202035676773
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower wing and sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill drivers seat belt fixing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass66,843 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    66,843 miles
    Test number
    658099229347
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Fail66,843 miles (+2,616)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,843 miles
    Test number
    705116412599
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  14. Pass64,227 miles (+2,724)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,227 miles
    Test number
    528525679661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,503 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    61,503 miles
    Test number
    113275595156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill. (5.2.6)

  16. Fail61,503 miles (+2,451)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,503 miles
    Test number
    412885720094
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill. (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear wash not working.

  17. Pass59,052 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    59,052 miles
    Test number
    451876175910
    • 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)

  18. Fail59,052 miles (+3,162)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,052 miles
    Test number
    953692786034
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  19. Pass55,890 miles (+3,130)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,890 miles
    Test number
    967103915193
    • NoteNearside front tyre weraring on inner edge.

  20. Pass52,760 miles (+2,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2015
    Odometer
    52,760 miles
    Test number
    919804894002
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass50,003 miles (+3,151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    50,003 miles
    Test number
    746458893046
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass46,852 miles (+3,183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,852 miles
    Test number
    478873602137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass43,669 miles (+3,403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,669 miles
    Test number
    195558511103
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass40,266 miles (+3,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    40,266 miles
    Test number
    140432410180
    • 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)

  25. Pass36,858 miles (+3,598)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2010
    Odometer
    36,858 miles
    Test number
    201837019410
    • NoteNearside front fog lamp not working

  26. Pass33,260 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    33,260 miles
    Test number
    201195518411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Fail33,260 miles (+2,858)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,260 miles
    Test number
    684635218182
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  28. Pass30,402 miles (+3,591)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    30,402 miles
    Test number
    442934727149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass26,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    26,811 miles
    Test number
    984768016199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail26,811 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,811 miles
    Test number
    330428416151
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about T398 RDL

Does T398 RDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T398 RDL is valid until 19 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T398 RDL?
The MOT on T398 RDL is valid until 19 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T398 RDL done?
T398 RDL was recorded at 80,768 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 2,647 miles a year.
Has T398 RDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T398 RDL has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T398 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 T398 RDL find?
T398 RDL passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside rear brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported.

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