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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T501 RARMOT history

T501 RAR is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 160,021 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
160,021 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T501 RAR
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
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T501 RAR was last recorded at 160,021 miles on 26 May 2026, 5,942 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,079 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,942 miles
Average per year
5,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,021 miles
  • 2025 – 154,079 miles
  • 2024 – 148,474 miles
  • 2023 – 142,794 miles
  • 2022 – 135,544 miles
  • 2021 – 128,569 miles
  • 2020 – 124,872 miles
  • 2019 – 120,722 miles
  • 2018 – 117,195 miles
  • 2017 – 114,871 miles
  • 2016 – 112,015 miles
  • 2015 – 109,426 miles
  • 2014 – 106,047 miles
  • 2013 – 102,243 miles
  • 2012 – 98,466 miles
  • 2011 – 94,631 miles
  • 2010 – 91,079 miles
  • 2009 – 86,935 miles
  • 2007 – 63,180 miles
  • 2006 – 56,529 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,021 miles
  • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion in nearside and offside outer sills and underside of vehicle
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracked and perishing on inner and outer sidewalls

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 7 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,021 miles (+5,942)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    160,021 miles
    Test number
    362445073046
    • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion in nearside and offside outer sills and underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass154,079 miles (+5,605)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    154,079 miles
    Test number
    298252378787
    • AdvisoryAdvise all corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass148,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    148,474 miles
    Test number
    264672046993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail148,474 miles (+5,680)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,474 miles
    Test number
    322671096217
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure On inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Front axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass142,794 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    142,794 miles
    Test number
    235257583275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracked and perishing on inner and outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail142,794 miles (+7,250)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,794 miles
    Test number
    636055928367
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch within 30cm of suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracked and perishing on inner and outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass135,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    135,544 miles
    Test number
    917069660318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail135,544 miles (+6,975)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,544 miles
    Test number
    892045227757
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass128,569 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    128,569 miles
    Test number
    270007100278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail128,568 miles (+3,696)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,568 miles
    Test number
    898680986787
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits reading 1.107% (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users from engine water pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation 46% imbalance (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn mount bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust back box (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass124,872 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    124,872 miles
    Test number
    777285659547
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  12. Fail124,872 miles (+4,150)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,872 miles
    Test number
    119170626597
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  13. Pass120,722 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    120,722 miles
    Test number
    942539366960
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear of vehicle and sills corroded but not yet excessive
  14. Fail120,720 miles (+3,525)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,720 miles
    Test number
    321273613613
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear of vehicle and sills corroded but not yet excessive
  15. Pass117,195 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    117,195 miles
    Test number
    147224957504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail117,193 miles (+2,322)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,193 miles
    Test number
    625367445671
    • DangerousNearside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  17. Pass114,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    114,871 miles
    Test number
    557873788303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail114,871 miles (+2,856)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,871 miles
    Test number
    972425708226
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s n/s (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass112,015 miles (+2,589)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    112,015 miles
    Test number
    375405163028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass109,426 miles (+3,379)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    109,426 miles
    Test number
    979852535102
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
  21. Pass106,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    106,047 miles
    Test number
    179112234190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail106,046 miles (+3,803)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,046 miles
    Test number
    786942234142
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
  23. Pass102,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    102,243 miles
    Test number
    259846333199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail102,243 miles (+3,777)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,243 miles
    Test number
    227835933183
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear wheel slightly distorted
  25. Pass98,466 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    98,466 miles
    Test number
    267974742149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail98,464 miles (+3,833)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,464 miles
    Test number
    636132242197
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
  27. Pass94,631 miles (+3,552)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    94,631 miles
    Test number
    746983341137
    • NoteN/*s/r brake pipe rusty
  28. Pass91,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    91,079 miles
    Test number
    783888350123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail91,079 miles (+4,144)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,079 miles
    Test number
    160005450155
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
  30. Pass86,935 miles (+23,755)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    86,935 miles
    Test number
    333691569160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass63,180 miles (+6,651)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    63,180 miles
    Test number
    320466317327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass56,529 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    56,529 miles
    Test number
    222221416398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T501 RAR

Does T501 RAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T501 RAR is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T501 RAR?
The MOT on T501 RAR is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T501 RAR done?
T501 RAR was recorded at 160,021 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 5,294 miles a year.
Has T501 RAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T501 RAR has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T501 RAR 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 T501 RAR find?
T501 RAR passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 3 advisories: advise corrosion in nearside and offside outer sills and underside of vehicle; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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