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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,388 cc

T497 KEFMOT history

T497 KEF is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 6 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 63,729 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Aug 2023
Mileage
63,729 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,249 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T497 KEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T497 KEF was last recorded at 63,729 miles on 6 Aug 2022, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,716 miles · 14 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
2,249 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 63,729 miles
  • 2021 – 56,677 miles
  • 2020 – 56,328 miles
  • 2019 – 55,825 miles
  • 2018 – 55,495 miles
  • 2017 – 54,839 miles
  • 2016 – 53,703 miles
  • 2015 – 51,959 miles
  • 2014 – 50,196 miles
  • 2013 – 47,938 miles
  • 2012 – 44,783 miles
  • 2011 – 42,010 miles
  • 2010 – 39,067 miles
  • 2009 – 36,079 miles
  • 2008 – 33,523 miles
  • 2007 – 29,850 miles
  • 2006 – 27,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,729 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,729 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    63,729 miles
    Test number
    396979504398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail63,716 miles (+7,039)10 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,716 miles
    Test number
    829853970595
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both Sides Inside Face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Pass56,677 miles (+2)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    56,677 miles
    Test number
    789606699536
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  4. Fail56,675 miles (+347)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,675 miles
    Test number
    939312755631
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  5. Pass56,328 miles (+503)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    56,328 miles
    Test number
    559993258498
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass55,825 miles (+330)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    55,825 miles
    Test number
    525699571364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,495 miles (+656)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    55,495 miles
    Test number
    261493839892
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass54,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    54,839 miles
    Test number
    643453963360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail54,833 miles (+1,130)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,833 miles
    Test number
    456291903108
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  10. Pass53,703 miles (+1,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    53,703 miles
    Test number
    801746035497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

  11. Pass51,959 miles (+1,763)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    51,959 miles
    Test number
    276807305411
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  12. Pass50,196 miles (+2,258)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,196 miles
    Test number
    206835704456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,938 miles (+3,155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,938 miles
    Test number
    507936503121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass44,783 miles (+2,773)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    44,783 miles
    Test number
    146682202106
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass42,010 miles (+2,943)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    42,010 miles
    Test number
    146093301120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,067 miles (+2,988)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,067 miles
    Test number
    430533300160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,079 miles (+2,556)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,079 miles
    Test number
    223876599049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,523 miles (+3,673)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    33,523 miles
    Test number
    660238408117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,850 miles (+2,763)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    29,850 miles
    Test number
    603558307182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    27,087 miles
    Test number
    293620916460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T497 KEF

Does T497 KEF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T497 KEF expired on 5 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T497 KEF?
The MOT on T497 KEF expired on 5 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T497 KEF done?
T497 KEF was recorded at 63,729 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2022, an average of 2,249 miles a year.
Has T497 KEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T497 KEF has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T497 KEF 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 KEF find?
T497 KEF passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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