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Ford Fiesta

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T978 XPAMOT history

T978 XPA is a purple petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 6 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 37,738 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
37,738 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,398 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T978 XPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T978 XPA was last recorded at 37,738 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 3,159 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
34,579 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,159 miles
Average per year
1,398 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,738 miles
  • 2025 – 34,579 miles
  • 2024 – 28,869 miles
  • 2023 – 25,186 miles
  • 2022 – 22,987 miles
  • 2021 – 21,132 miles
  • 2020 – 21,051 miles
  • 2019 – 20,854 miles
  • 2018 – 20,203 miles
  • 2017 – 19,920 miles
  • 2016 – 19,544 miles
  • 2015 – 19,204 miles
  • 2014 – 18,905 miles
  • 2013 – 17,140 miles
  • 2012 – 15,810 miles
  • 2011 – 14,308 miles
  • 2010 – 12,009 miles
  • 2009 – 11,632 miles
  • 2008 – 11,114 miles
  • 2007 – 10,554 miles
  • 2006 – 9,691 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,738 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,738 miles (+3,159)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    37,738 miles
    Test number
    936513009196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass34,579 miles (+5,710)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    34,579 miles
    Test number
    239322275296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass28,869 miles (+3,683)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    28,869 miles
    Test number
    434398333949
    • AdvisoryHandbrake at limit of reserve travel.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass25,186 miles (+2,199)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    25,186 miles
    Test number
    215114826927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass22,987 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    22,987 miles
    Test number
    335860858400
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail22,987 miles (+1,855)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,987 miles
    Test number
    674318587863
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/70/13 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass21,132 miles (+81)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    21,132 miles
    Test number
    505396723035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill to wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass21,051 miles (+197)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    21,051 miles
    Test number
    622059479187
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged unit
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass20,854 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    20,854 miles
    Test number
    803379089971
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil misted over ns differential seal area

  10. Fail20,851 miles (+648)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,851 miles
    Test number
    691656738391
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil misted over ns differential seal area

  11. Pass20,203 miles (+3)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    20,203 miles
    Test number
    782537870638
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Constant velocity boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged And unit insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil misted over differential seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Constant velocity boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail20,200 miles (+280)1 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,200 miles
    Test number
    939565521539
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Inadequate support for remaining part of centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt perished
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy Rear silencer missing (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Constant velocity boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged And unit insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil misted over differential seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Constant velocity boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass19,920 miles (+376)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    19,920 miles
    Test number
    640687698972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass19,544 miles (+340)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    19,544 miles
    Test number
    832713963181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,204 miles (+299)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    19,204 miles
    Test number
    828008545178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass18,905 miles (+1,765)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    18,905 miles
    Test number
    875307344146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,140 miles (+1,330)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    17,140 miles
    Test number
    499899843175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,810 miles (+1,502)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    15,810 miles
    Test number
    367670352146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass14,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    14,308 miles
    Test number
    439874351169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail14,308 miles (+2,299)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,308 miles
    Test number
    775284451195
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

  21. Pass12,009 miles (+377)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    12,009 miles
    Test number
    744405740135
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront bumper has slihgt damage and nearside wing
    • NoteNearside wing mirror casing slightly damaged

  22. Pass11,632 miles (+518)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    11,632 miles
    Test number
    574003259111
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBody work damage to front bumper - n/s/f wing and n/s/r wing
    • NoteSome test items hidden covers and components

  23. Pass11,114 miles (+560)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    11,114 miles
    Test number
    550741468161
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly.

  24. Pass10,554 miles (+863)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    10,554 miles
    Test number
    130532857136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass9,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    9,691 miles
    Test number
    602607356102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T978 XPA

Does T978 XPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T978 XPA is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T978 XPA?
The MOT on T978 XPA is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T978 XPA done?
T978 XPA was recorded at 37,738 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 1,398 miles a year.
Has T978 XPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T978 XPA has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T978 XPA 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 T978 XPA find?
T978 XPA passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front inner road wheel slightly distorted; nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 6 more.

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