Official DVLA Record
MOT Valid

1998 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · R27 GBF

R27 GBF

1998 Ford Fiesta (1.2L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1998. Recorded mileage 84,256 miles. MOT valid until 09/07/2027.

Make & Model
FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin
1998 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 09/07/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
84,256 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 09/07/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1998
Engine
1242cc

R27 GBF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/07/2026
  • 84,256 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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R27 GBF Mileage History

  1. 25/06/202475,265 mi
  2. 24/06/202579,450 mi+4,185 mi
  3. 04/07/202579,549 mi+99 mi
  4. 25/06/202684,214 mi+4,665 mi
  5. 06/07/202684,256 mi+42 mi

Average of roughly 4,432 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R27 GBF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 15:37
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Ford Fiesta (R27 GBF) between June 2024 and July 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 06 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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