The road tax status for V498 EAN is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for V498 EAN?

The MOT for V498 EAN is valid and due for renewal on or before 29 August 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of V498 EAN?

The recorded mileage for V498 EAN is 45,749 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is V498 EAN ULEZ compliant?

No, V498 EAN does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1999 Ford Fiesta 1.3L Petrol · V498 EAN

V498 EAN

1999 Ford Fiesta (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01/09/1999. Recorded mileage 45,749 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin: 1999 · Worcester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 29/08/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 45,749 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.3L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 29/08/2024

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Mileage: 45,749 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1999
Engine: 1299cc

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V498 EAN Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 07/09/2024
45,749 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
10 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

! Older vehicle

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V498 EAN Mileage History

03/08/202239,625 mi
16/08/202239,645 mi+20 mi
31/08/202342,619 mi+2,974 mi
31/08/202342,619 mi
07/09/202445,749 mi+3,130 mi

Average of roughly 2,920 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

V498 EAN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 01:57

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Ford Fiesta (V498 EAN) between August 2022 and September 2024.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 07 September 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 17 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: “Emissions unable to be completed oil warning light on (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Nearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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