The road tax status for W398 APU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for W398 APU?

The MOT for W398 APU is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 October 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of W398 APU?

The recorded mileage for W398 APU is 67,960 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is W398 APU ULEZ compliant?

No, W398 APU 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

MOT Valid

2000 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · W398 APU

W398 APU

2000 Ford Fiesta (1.2L, petrol). First registered 06/07/2000. Recorded mileage 67,960 miles. MOT valid until 02/10/2026.

Make & Model: FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin: 2000 · Exeter
MOT Status: Valid until 02/10/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 67,960 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 67,960 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2000
Engine: 1242cc

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W398 APU Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 30/09/2025
67,960 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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W398 APU Mileage History

28/09/202260,835 mi
04/10/202363,702 mi+2,867 mi
02/10/202466,173 mi+2,471 mi
29/09/202567,905 mi+1,732 mi
30/09/202567,960 mi+55 mi

Average of roughly 2,370 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

W398 APU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 15:40

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Ford Fiesta (W398 APU) between September 2022 and September 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 30 September 2025 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: Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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 Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”.

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