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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T497 NARMOT history

T497 NAR is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 10 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Dec 2024 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 75,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Dec 2024
Mileage
75,969 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2023
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,002 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T497 NAR
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
10 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T497 NAR was last recorded at 75,969 miles on 9 Dec 2023, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,962 miles · 9 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
1,002 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 75,969 miles
  • 2022 – 71,766 miles
  • 2014 – 71,688 miles
  • 2013 – 68,449 miles
  • 2012 – 66,139 miles
  • 2011 – 66,060 miles
  • 2009 – 65,984 miles
  • 2008 – 65,909 miles
  • 2007 – 64,663 miles
  • 2006 – 58,154 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,969 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroding
  • AdvisoryRear brake performances lower than expected for make and model but even

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 Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass75,969 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    75,969 miles
    Test number
    821516681367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroding
    • AdvisoryRear brake performances lower than expected for make and model but even

  2. Fail75,962 miles (+1,947)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,962 miles
    Test number
    643892753731
    • DangerousNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tanks dented

  3. Fail74,015 miles (+2,249)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,015 miles
    Test number
    999066795037
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre NOT repairable

  4. Pass71,766 miles (+78)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    71,766 miles
    Test number
    426558462440
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass71,688 miles (+3,239)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    71,688 miles
    Test number
    359003704441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  6. Pass68,449 miles (+81)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    68,449 miles
    Test number
    765178523264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Fail68,368 miles (+2,229)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,368 miles
    Test number
    259907823265
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass66,139 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    66,139 miles
    Test number
    397480432446
    • NoteAll 4 flexi pipes cracked
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bush worn
    • NoteOffside rear metal brake pipe corroded

  9. Fail66,139 miles (+79)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,139 miles
    Test number
    448300932210
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAll 4 flexi pipes cracked
    • NoteBoth front lower arm bush worn
    • NoteOffside rear metal brake pipe corroded
    • NoteUnable to check emmisions,exhaust not holding pressure

  10. Pass66,060 miles (+76)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    66,060 miles
    Test number
    337947001495
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass65,984 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    65,984 miles
    Test number
    512818349070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,909 miles (+1,246)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    65,909 miles
    Test number
    514664548027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,663 miles (+6,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    64,663 miles
    Test number
    180580647001
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass58,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    58,154 miles
    Test number
    134949056018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T497 NAR

Does T497 NAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T497 NAR expired on 8 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T497 NAR?
The MOT on T497 NAR expired on 8 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T497 NAR done?
T497 NAR was recorded at 75,969 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2023, an average of 1,002 miles a year.
Has T497 NAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T497 NAR has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T497 NAR 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 NAR find?
T497 NAR passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside outer sill corroding; rear brake performances lower than expected for make and model but even.

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