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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,299 cc

T830 VNUMOT history

T830 VNU is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Feb 2025 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 46,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Feb 2025
Mileage
46,300 mi
At MOT on 15 Feb 2024
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T830 VNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T830 VNU was last recorded at 46,300 miles on 15 Feb 2024, 7,884 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Mar 2010: 36,062 miles, lower than 36,360 miles on 3 Mar 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
38,416 miles · 5 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
7,884 miles
Average per year
1,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 46,300 miles
  • 2023 – 38,416 miles
  • 2022 – 37,572 miles
  • 2021 – 37,524 miles
  • 2014 – 37,506 miles
  • 2013 – 37,443 miles
  • 2012 – 37,321 miles
  • 2011 – 36,963 miles
  • 2010 – 36,062 miles
  • 2009 – 33,871 miles
  • 2008 – 31,525 miles
  • 2007 – 28,269 miles
  • 2006 – 24,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,300 miles
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,300 miles (+7,884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    46,300 miles
    Test number
    492081179511
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass38,416 miles (+844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    38,416 miles
    Test number
    245789693928
    • AdvisoryRear brake performance low/ @ minimum
  3. Pass37,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    37,572 miles
    Test number
    716203021734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail37,572 miles (+48)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,572 miles
    Test number
    557118939107
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  5. Pass37,524 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    37,524 miles
    Test number
    179306732914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass37,506 miles (+63)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    37,506 miles
    Test number
    418225904140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  7. Pass37,443 miles (+122)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,443 miles
    Test number
    146353963082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NoteCoolent level low
  8. Pass37,321 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,321 miles
    Test number
    238334372083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  9. Fail37,313 miles (+350)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,313 miles
    Test number
    199293172081
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  10. Pass36,963 miles (+901)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    36,963 miles
    Test number
    967591281084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  11. Pass36,062 miles (-298)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,062 miles
    Test number
    470968160032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail36,360 miles (+2,489)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,360 miles
    Test number
    862062460015
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
  13. Pass33,871 miles (+2,346)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    33,871 miles
    Test number
    633428759067
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteLong hand brake travel
    • NoteSuspension tops creaking
  14. Pass31,525 miles (+3,256)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    31,525 miles
    Test number
    733407878043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,269 miles (+3,885)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,269 miles
    Test number
    674171977094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass24,384 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,384 miles
    Test number
    830165276077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  17. Fail24,384 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,384 miles
    Test number
    910445476048
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T830 VNU

Does T830 VNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T830 VNU expired on 14 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T830 VNU?
The MOT on T830 VNU expired on 14 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T830 VNU done?
T830 VNU was recorded at 46,300 miles at its MOT on 15 Feb 2024, an average of 1,223 miles a year.
Has T830 VNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T830 VNU has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T830 VNU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Mar 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T830 VNU find?
T830 VNU passed its latest MOT on 15 Feb 2024 with 1 advisory: registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear.

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