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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T497 AVPMOT history

T497 AVP is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 24,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
24,343 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
840 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T497 AVP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T497 AVP was last recorded at 24,343 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
24,158 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
185 miles
Average per year
840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 24,343 miles
  • 2025 – 24,158 miles
  • 2024 – 23,968 miles
  • 2023 – 23,611 miles
  • 2022 – 23,100 miles
  • 2021 – 22,494 miles
  • 2020 – 22,084 miles
  • 2019 – 21,203 miles
  • 2018 – 20,082 miles
  • 2017 – 18,807 miles
  • 2016 – 17,097 miles
  • 2015 – 14,836 miles
  • 2014 – 12,871 miles
  • 2013 – 11,998 miles
  • 2012 – 11,702 miles
  • 2011 – 11,477 miles
  • 2010 – 11,276 miles
  • 2009 – 10,956 miles
  • 2008 – 9,571 miles
  • 2007 – 8,462 miles
  • 2006 – 7,540 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass24,343 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s rear brake pipes covered in grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass24,343 miles (+185)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    24,343 miles
    Test number
    596496835582
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass24,158 miles (+190)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    24,158 miles
    Test number
    818699161746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass23,968 miles (+357)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    23,968 miles
    Test number
    778841167922
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass23,611 miles (+511)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    23,611 miles
    Test number
    214300467559
    • AdvisoryFront Wind screen washers only just working , feed pipe has a small split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass23,100 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    23,100 miles
    Test number
    870124917302
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s rear brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail23,095 miles (+601)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,095 miles
    Test number
    139554559646
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both n/s and o/s front brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s rear brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass22,494 miles (+410)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    22,494 miles
    Test number
    529528355046
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges

  8. Pass22,084 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    22,084 miles
    Test number
    531976567203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail22,067 miles (+864)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,067 miles
    Test number
    566206887288
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass21,203 miles (+1,121)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    21,203 miles
    Test number
    383178195670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass20,082 miles (+1,275)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    20,082 miles
    Test number
    637681206562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass18,807 miles (+1,710)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    18,807 miles
    Test number
    843418831518
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  13. Pass17,097 miles (+2,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    17,097 miles
    Test number
    977959989888
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking in tread

  14. Pass14,836 miles (+1,965)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    14,836 miles
    Test number
    199655475452
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres + n/s/f tyres cracking in tread
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  15. Pass12,871 miles (+873)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    12,871 miles
    Test number
    188526874007
    • NoteBoth rear tyres + n/s/f tyre slightly cracking in tread

  16. Pass11,998 miles (+296)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    11,998 miles
    Test number
    288537773039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass11,702 miles (+225)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    11,702 miles
    Test number
    375842682063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass11,477 miles (+201)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    11,477 miles
    Test number
    536365371094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass11,276 miles (+320)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    11,276 miles
    Test number
    912775970081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,956 miles (+1,385)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    10,956 miles
    Test number
    572826879086
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass9,571 miles (+1,109)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    9,571 miles
    Test number
    301701588025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,462 miles (+922)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    8,462 miles
    Test number
    910641087060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass7,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    7,540 miles
    Test number
    304950786002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T497 AVP

Does T497 AVP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T497 AVP is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T497 AVP?
The MOT on T497 AVP is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T497 AVP done?
T497 AVP was recorded at 24,343 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 840 miles a year.
Has T497 AVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T497 AVP has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T497 AVP 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 T497 AVP find?
T497 AVP passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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