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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,299 cc

T43 JRLMOT history

T43 JRL is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 97,783 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Apr 2026
Mileage
97,783 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,722 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T43 JRL
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
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T43 JRL was last recorded at 97,783 miles on 23 Apr 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,783 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,722 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,783 miles
  • 2024 – 90,460 miles
  • 2023 – 84,958 miles
  • 2022 – 84,475 miles
  • 2021 – 84,182 miles
  • 2020 – 83,721 miles
  • 2019 – 83,159 miles
  • 2018 – 82,356 miles
  • 2017 – 81,248 miles
  • 2016 – 80,212 miles
  • 2015 – 79,010 miles
  • 2014 – 77,768 miles
  • 2013 – 76,286 miles
  • 2012 – 74,337 miles
  • 2011 – 71,055 miles
  • 2010 – 66,960 miles
  • 2009 – 62,948 miles
  • 2008 – 58,547 miles
  • 2007 – 52,646 miles
  • 2006 – 46,675 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,783 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced behind bumper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced behind bumper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,783 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    97,783 miles
    Test number
    839572592628
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail97,783 miles (+7,323)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,783 miles
    Test number
    363702025464
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,460 miles (+5,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    90,460 miles
    Test number
    377520085485
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass84,958 miles (+483)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    84,958 miles
    Test number
    479517678804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,475 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    84,475 miles
    Test number
    716236332278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced behind bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced behind bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail84,474 miles (+292)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,474 miles
    Test number
    534216101155
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced behind bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced behind bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass84,182 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    84,182 miles
    Test number
    909932258971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper support corroded/damaged

  8. Fail84,182 miles (+461)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,182 miles
    Test number
    420299992961
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper support corroded/damaged

  9. Pass83,721 miles (+562)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    83,721 miles
    Test number
    104401348885
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both axle beam mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass83,159 miles (+803)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    83,159 miles
    Test number
    993945593756
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill & end cap (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill & end cap (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass82,356 miles (+1,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,356 miles
    Test number
    589266496852
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting valance, behind bumper (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  12. Pass81,248 miles (+1,036)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,248 miles
    Test number
    375465496948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,212 miles (+1,202)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    80,212 miles
    Test number
    349489908189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,010 miles (+1,242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    79,010 miles
    Test number
    336745095172
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass77,768 miles (+1,482)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    77,768 miles
    Test number
    736822084116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,286 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    76,286 miles
    Test number
    696725203248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail76,247 miles (+1,910)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,247 miles
    Test number
    735688993136
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass74,337 miles (+3,282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,337 miles
    Test number
    976249092172
    • 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)

  19. Pass71,055 miles (+4,095)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    71,055 miles
    Test number
    568679291102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,960 miles (+4,012)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    66,960 miles
    Test number
    340786180139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    62,948 miles
    Test number
    580528889188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail62,948 miles (+4,401)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,948 miles
    Test number
    250408689110
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass58,547 miles (+5,901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    58,547 miles
    Test number
    751116498127
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass52,646 miles (+5,971)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    52,646 miles
    Test number
    294065107264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,675 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    46,675 miles
    Test number
    674554096156
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T43 JRL

Does T43 JRL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T43 JRL expired on 22 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T43 JRL?
The MOT on T43 JRL expired on 22 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T43 JRL done?
T43 JRL was recorded at 97,783 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2025, an average of 2,722 miles a year.
Has T43 JRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T43 JRL has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T43 JRL 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 T43 JRL find?
T43 JRL passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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