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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,242 cc

P236 SMVMOT history

P236 SMV is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 25 Apr 1997. Its MOT expired on 11 Jun 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 68,448 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jun 2022
Mileage
68,448 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,598 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P236 SMV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
25 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jun 2022
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

P236 SMV was last recorded at 68,448 miles on 10 Jun 2022, 3,060 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,388 miles · 11 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
3,060 miles
Average per year
2,598 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 68,448 miles
  • 2021 – 65,388 miles
  • 2020 – 62,638 miles
  • 2019 – 59,393 miles
  • 2018 – 55,555 miles
  • 2017 – 51,204 miles
  • 2015 – 45,534 miles
  • 2014 – 41,477 miles
  • 2013 – 37,950 miles
  • 2012 – 34,651 miles
  • 2011 – 34,013 miles
  • 2010 – 33,277 miles
  • 2009 – 32,290 miles
  • 2008 – 30,245 miles
  • 2007 – 28,514 miles
  • 2006 – 26,554 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail68,448 miles
  • MajorNearside Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • All under vehicle surface & components general corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Driver & passenger seat slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail68,448 miles (+3,060)3 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,448 miles
    Test number
    140539255220
    • MajorNearside Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass65,388 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    65,388 miles
    Test number
    169882019811
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both side inner & outer sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll under vehicle surface & components general corrosion
    • AdvisoryDriver & passenger seat slight play
  3. Fail65,388 miles (+2,750)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,388 miles
    Test number
    125978642563
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both side inner & outer sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll under vehicle surface & components general corrosion
    • AdvisoryDriver & passenger seat slight play
  4. Pass62,638 miles (+3,245)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    62,638 miles
    Test number
    915606833917
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both side (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll under vehicle surface & components general corrosion
    • AdvisoryDriver & passenger seat slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWheel arch slight corrosion
  5. Pass59,393 miles (+3,838)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    59,393 miles
    Test number
    848153689042
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule bothside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side rear outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass55,555 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    55,555 miles
    Test number
    432518246797
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  7. Fail55,550 miles (+4,346)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,550 miles
    Test number
    250297524585
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle pipe and rear pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  8. Pass51,204 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    51,204 miles
    Test number
    269144844961
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  9. Fail51,204 miles (+5,670)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,204 miles
    Test number
    137198861059
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  10. Pass45,534 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    45,534 miles
    Test number
    788389389870
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt STRONG ADVICE (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN ON INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded STRONG ADVICE (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE EFFORTS LOW
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOTH SIDES (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryTRACKING
  11. Fail45,534 miles (+4,057)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,534 miles
    Test number
    877634835689
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low BOTH SIDES (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt STRONG ADVICE (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN ON INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded STRONG ADVICE (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE EFFORTS LOW
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOTH SIDES (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryTRACKING
  12. Pass41,477 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    41,477 miles
    Test number
    239001224353
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front cv boot slightly weeping grease
    • NoteReverse light not working
  13. Fail41,477 miles (+3,527)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,477 miles
    Test number
    428051824350
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front cv boot slightly weeping grease
    • NoteReverse light not working
  14. Pass37,950 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    37,950 miles
    Test number
    607393433327
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON OUTER EDGE .
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWASHER PUMP IS WORN OR FILTER PLUGED .
  15. Fail37,950 miles (+3,299)7 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,950 miles
    Test number
    485043233396
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON OUTER EDGE .
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWASHER PUMP IS WORN OR FILTER PLUGED .
  16. Pass34,651 miles (+638)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    34,651 miles
    Test number
    387013812397
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES WORN ON EDGES .
  17. Pass34,013 miles (+736)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    34,013 miles
    Test number
    928763711330
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass33,277 miles (+987)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    33,277 miles
    Test number
    451692710492
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass32,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    32,290 miles
    Test number
    443800229435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail32,289 miles (+603)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,289 miles
    Test number
    290440429318
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  21. Pass31,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    31,686 miles
    Test number
    404401219133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,686 miles (+1,441)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,686 miles
    Test number
    551100119159
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  23. Pass30,245 miles (+1,731)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    30,245 miles
    Test number
    613125418157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,514 miles (+1,960)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    28,514 miles
    Test number
    444293317180
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  25. Pass26,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    26,554 miles
    Test number
    131795116156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P236 SMV

Does P236 SMV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P236 SMV expired on 11 Jun 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P236 SMV?
The MOT on P236 SMV expired on 11 Jun 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P236 SMV done?
P236 SMV was recorded at 68,448 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2022, an average of 2,598 miles a year.
Has P236 SMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P236 SMV has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on P236 SMV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on P236 SMV find?
P236 SMV failed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2022 with 3 major defects, 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside lower vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill panel; offside front drag link end ball joint has excessive play; offside vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower sill, and 4 more.

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