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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

T981 SMAMOT history

T981 SMA is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 8 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 70,396 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
70,396 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,988 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T981 SMA
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
8 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T981 SMA was last recorded at 70,396 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,396 miles · 16 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,988 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,396 miles
  • 2025 – 69,106 miles
  • 2024 – 67,590 miles
  • 2023 – 66,122 miles
  • 2022 – 64,532 miles
  • 2021 – 63,175 miles
  • 2020 – 61,648 miles
  • 2019 – 59,704 miles
  • 2018 – 57,516 miles
  • 2017 – 55,183 miles
  • 2016 – 52,716 miles
  • 2015 – 50,312 miles
  • 2014 – 47,832 miles
  • 2013 – 45,143 miles
  • 2012 – 42,586 miles
  • 2011 – 40,510 miles
  • 2010 – 38,168 miles
  • 2009 – 36,488 miles
  • 2008 – 34,716 miles
  • 2007 – 32,451 miles
  • 2006 – 30,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,396 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    70,396 miles
    Test number
    696324884729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail70,396 miles (+1,290)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,396 miles
    Test number
    683730812617
    • 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))

  3. Pass69,106 miles (+1,516)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    69,106 miles
    Test number
    649773175265
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear quarter panel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass67,590 miles (+1,468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    67,590 miles
    Test number
    149523631192
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear quarter panel (lower)

  5. Pass66,122 miles (+1,590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    66,122 miles
    Test number
    256042701841
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass64,532 miles (+1,357)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    64,532 miles
    Test number
    386667534822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass63,175 miles (+1,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    63,175 miles
    Test number
    212167027053
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass61,648 miles (+1,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    61,648 miles
    Test number
    827575118523
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass59,704 miles (+2,188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,704 miles
    Test number
    122620818554
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Pass57,516 miles (+2,333)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    57,516 miles
    Test number
    846555834730
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass55,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    55,183 miles
    Test number
    537140581774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail55,183 miles (+2,467)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,183 miles
    Test number
    467962271925
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass52,716 miles (+2,404)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,716 miles
    Test number
    430470531270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail50,312 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,312 miles
    Test number
    158214695144
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass50,312 miles (+2,480)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    50,312 miles
    Test number
    907754595128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail47,832 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,832 miles
    Test number
    578465784112
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass47,832 miles (+2,689)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,832 miles
    Test number
    915375784157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,143 miles (+2,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    45,143 miles
    Test number
    826640773157
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass42,586 miles (+2,076)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,586 miles
    Test number
    229664382479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,510 miles (+2,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    40,510 miles
    Test number
    137067781112
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass38,168 miles (+1,680)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    38,168 miles
    Test number
    850904590178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass36,488 miles (+1,772)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,488 miles
    Test number
    894104289131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass34,716 miles (+2,265)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,716 miles
    Test number
    400844188193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,451 miles (+1,718)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    32,451 miles
    Test number
    712877277165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,733 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    30,733 miles
    Test number
    831474086148
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T981 SMA

Does T981 SMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T981 SMA is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T981 SMA?
The MOT on T981 SMA is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T981 SMA done?
T981 SMA was recorded at 70,396 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 1,988 miles a year.
Has T981 SMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T981 SMA has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T981 SMA 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 T981 SMA find?
T981 SMA passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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