No, R917 DBJ is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for R917 DBJ?

The MOT for R917 DBJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 24 June 2014.

What is the recorded mileage of R917 DBJ?

The recorded mileage for R917 DBJ is 71,979 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R917 DBJ ULEZ compliant?

No, R917 DBJ 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

1998 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · R917 DBJ

R917 DBJ

1998 Ford Fiesta (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01/01/1998. Recorded mileage 71,979 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin: 1998 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 24/06/2014
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/01/2014)
Recorded Mileage: 71,979 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 24/06/2014

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/01/2014

Mileage: 71,979 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1998
Engine: 1242cc

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R917 DBJ Key Findings

13 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 22/06/2013
71,979 miles recorded at latest MOT
5 historical MOT failures
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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R917 DBJ Mileage History

08/05/200617,157 mi
01/05/200725,215 mi+8,058 mi
04/05/200725,215 mi
24/06/200831,503 mi+6,288 mi
25/06/200939,634 mi+8,131 mi
17/06/201047,972 mi+8,338 mi
17/06/201047,972 mi
22/06/201158,463 mi+10,491 mi
23/06/201158,463 mi
12/06/201267,118 mi+8,655 mi
25/06/201267,118 mi
22/06/201371,979 mi+4,861 mi
22/06/201371,979 mi

Average of roughly 7,695 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.

R917 DBJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 19:28

MOT Analysis

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13 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Ford Fiesta (R917 DBJ) between May 2006 and June 2013.

The record contains 8 passes and 5 failures.

The most recent test on 22 June 2013 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). 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: “Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt e”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)”; “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”.

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