1997 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · J33 FAV
1997 Ford Fiesta (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1997. Recorded mileage 48,511 miles. MOT expired on 22 Nov 2024.
- Make & Model
- FORD FIESTA
- Year / Origin
- 1997
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Nov 2024
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Oct 2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,511 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J33 FAV Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/11/2023
- 48,511 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J33 FAV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Ford Fiesta (J33 FAV) between September 2022 and November 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 November 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
J33 FAV Mileage History
- 08/09/202246,390 mi
- 08/09/202246,390 mi
- 23/11/202348,511 mi+2,121 mi
Average of roughly 1,756 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
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