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Ford Fiesta

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,299 cc

V49 RKNMOT history

V49 RKN is a white petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 23 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 23,633 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
23,633 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
801 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V49 RKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V49 RKN was last recorded at 23,633 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 294 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
23,339 miles · 22 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
294 miles
Average per year
801 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 23,633 miles
  • 2025 – 19,576 miles
  • 2023 – 14,588 miles
  • 2021 – 14,418 miles
  • 2020 – 13,884 miles
  • 2019 – 13,143 miles
  • 2016 – 13,138 miles
  • 2015 – 13,094 miles
  • 2014 – 12,861 miles
  • 2013 – 12,530 miles
  • 2012 – 12,227 miles
  • 2011 – 11,778 miles
  • 2010 – 11,303 miles
  • 2009 – 10,636 miles
  • 2008 – 9,906 miles
  • 2007 – 9,044 miles
  • 2006 – 8,034 miles
  • 2005 – 6,998 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass23,633 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside and offside front wishbones rear bushes perished

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass23,633 miles (+294)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    23,633 miles
    Test number
    744743523243
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front wishbones rear bushes perished

  2. Fail23,339 miles (+3,763)2 dangerous9 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,339 miles
    Test number
    414487772686
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass19,576 miles (+4,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    19,576 miles
    Test number
    905983032731
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass14,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    14,588 miles
    Test number
    684537583191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail14,588 miles (+170)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,588 miles
    Test number
    304207066596
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass14,418 miles (+534)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    14,418 miles
    Test number
    218524296739
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass13,884 miles (+741)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    13,884 miles
    Test number
    950507959179
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass13,143 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    13,143 miles
    Test number
    357347399509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail13,142 miles (+4)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,142 miles
    Test number
    611271026189
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass13,138 miles (+44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    13,138 miles
    Test number
    425728900737
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass13,094 miles (+233)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    13,094 miles
    Test number
    592005141689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass12,861 miles (+331)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    12,861 miles
    Test number
    568419624375
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust System Corroded In Places.

  13. Pass12,530 miles (+303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    12,530 miles
    Test number
    939851833328
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass12,227 miles (+449)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    12,227 miles
    Test number
    746931732372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass11,778 miles (+475)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    11,778 miles
    Test number
    329788721333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass11,303 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    11,303 miles
    Test number
    604889540329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail11,296 miles (+660)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,296 miles
    Test number
    882708240377
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  18. Pass10,636 miles (+730)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    10,636 miles
    Test number
    954052849310
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear brake looks damp
    • NoteOffside front inner cv gaiter insecurely mounted

  19. Pass9,906 miles (+862)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    9,906 miles
    Test number
    641977838339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside front inner c.v. gaiter clip loose

  20. Pass9,044 miles (+1,010)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    9,044 miles
    Test number
    634468137332
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s inner drive shaft gaiter clip loose

  21. Fail8,034 miles2 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,034 miles
    Test number
    424088136374
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteMinor gearbox leak
    • NoteMinor leak from rear exhaust box
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
    • NoteSlight play in offside rear top shock absorber mount
    • NoteSlight roughness in nearside rear wheel bearing

  22. Pass8,034 miles (+1,036)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    8,034 miles
    Test number
    694968736381
    • NoteMinor gearbox leak
    • NoteMinor leak from rear exhaust box
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
    • NoteSlight play in offside rear top shock absorber mount
    • NoteSlight roughness in nearside rear wheel bearing

  23. Pass6,998 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    6,998 miles
    Test number
    394795035382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about V49 RKN

Does V49 RKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V49 RKN is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V49 RKN?
The MOT on V49 RKN is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V49 RKN done?
V49 RKN was recorded at 23,633 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 801 miles a year.
Has V49 RKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V49 RKN has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V49 RKN 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 V49 RKN find?
V49 RKN passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside and offside front wishbones rear bushes perished.

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