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Ford Fiesta

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,399 cc

V8 RACMOT history

V8 RAC is a silver diesel Ford Fiesta first used on 5 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 131,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

V8 RAC silver Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Fiesta, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
131,780 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 RAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,399 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
5 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 RAC was last recorded at 131,780 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 7,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
124,520 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
7,260 miles
Average per year
6,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,780 miles
  • 2024 – 124,520 miles
  • 2023 – 118,614 miles
  • 2022 – 112,190 miles
  • 2021 – 107,107 miles
  • 2020 – 102,406 miles
  • 2019 – 95,068 miles
  • 2018 – 88,032 miles
  • 2017 – 84,233 miles
  • 2016 – 78,986 miles
  • 2015 – 61,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,780 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside mirror damaged but functions
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre scrubbing on outer edge
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,780 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    131,780 miles
    Test number
    905938226257
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror damaged but functions
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre scrubbing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail131,780 miles (+7,260)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,780 miles
    Test number
    217700974319
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror damaged but functions
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre scrubbing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass124,520 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    124,520 miles
    Test number
    915489592275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror damaged but functions
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre scrubbing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail124,517 miles (+5,903)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,517 miles
    Test number
    975691656417
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror damaged but functions
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre scrubbing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass118,614 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    118,614 miles
    Test number
    991125811249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail118,614 miles (+6,424)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,614 miles
    Test number
    352018809558
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass112,190 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    112,190 miles
    Test number
    790180307012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre scrubbing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail112,187 miles (+5,080)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,187 miles
    Test number
    164795056885
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre scrubbing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass107,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    107,107 miles
    Test number
    655035014816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail107,107 miles (+4,701)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,107 miles
    Test number
    209971950958
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass102,406 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,406 miles
    Test number
    313532274640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer fuel flap missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tail outer skin corroded

  12. Fail102,406 miles (+7,338)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,406 miles
    Test number
    936180683536
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer fuel flap missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tail outer skin corroded

  13. Pass95,068 miles (+7,036)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,068 miles
    Test number
    334728215045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on outer edge and has light cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass88,032 miles (+3,799)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    88,032 miles
    Test number
    921032006632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking

  15. Pass84,233 miles (+5,247)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,233 miles
    Test number
    195643415970
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass78,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,986 miles
    Test number
    255888215118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail78,986 miles (+17,020)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,986 miles
    Test number
    658558081196
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass61,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    61,966 miles
    Test number
    235921495163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 RAC

Does V8 RAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 RAC is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 RAC?
The MOT on V8 RAC is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 RAC done?
V8 RAC was recorded at 131,780 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 6,618 miles a year.
Has V8 RAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 RAC has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V8 RAC 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 V8 RAC find?
V8 RAC passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside mirror damaged but functions; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre scrubbing on outer edge, and 2 more.

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