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When is the MOT due for R128 DYJ?

The MOT for R128 DYJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 21 July 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of R128 DYJ?

The recorded mileage for R128 DYJ is 38,600 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R128 DYJ ULEZ compliant?

No, R128 DYJ 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

1997 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · R128 DYJ

R128 DYJ

1997 Ford Fiesta (1.2L, petrol). First registered 19 Nov 1997. Recorded mileage 38,600 miles. MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026.

Make & Model: FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 21 Jul 2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 38,600 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Expired on 21 Jul 2026

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Year

1997

Engine

1242cc

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R128 DYJ Key Findings

21 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 23/07/2025
38,600 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (12 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (67%)

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R128 DYJ Mileage History

27/10/200511,794 mi
20/10/200614,176 mi+2,382 mi
27/10/200614,238 mi+62 mi
31/10/200716,912 mi+2,674 mi
21/10/200818,428 mi+1,516 mi
28/10/200818,498 mi+70 mi
31/05/201019,916 mi+1,418 mi
17/05/201122,514 mi+2,598 mi
14/05/201224,890 mi+2,376 mi
17/05/201326,729 mi+1,839 mi
23/05/201429,242 mi+2,513 mi
18/05/201531,004 mi+1,762 mi
19/05/201632,536 mi+1,532 mi
21/08/201733,410 mi+874 mi
05/09/201834,437 mi+1,027 mi
10/09/201934,577 mi+140 mi
09/09/202034,647 mi+70 mi
06/09/202134,792 mi+145 mi
02/07/202435,345 mi+553 mi
23/07/202538,600 mi+3,255 mi
23/07/202538,600 mi

Average of roughly 1,358 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.

R128 DYJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Oct 2026, 01:05

MOT Analysis

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21 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Ford Fiesta (R128 DYJ) between October 2005 and July 2025.

The record contains 18 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 23 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (12 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 18 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: “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”.

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