
Ford Fiesta
Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,242 cc
S36 AHCMOT history
S36 AHC is a green petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 19,861 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 23 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 19,861 mi
- At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 35
- 21 passed · 14 failed
- Per year
- Not enough data
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S36 AHC
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Fiesta
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,242 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 1 Aug 1998
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 7 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
S36 AHC was last recorded at 19,861 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 2,161 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 16 Jul 2020: 2,723 miles, lower than 98,985 miles on 20 Jun 2019.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 17,700 miles · 15 Jul 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 2,161 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 19,861 miles
- 2025 – 17,700 miles
- 2024 – 15,296 miles
- 2023 – 12,658 miles
- 2022 – 9,643 miles
- 2021 – 6,297 miles
- 2020 – 2,724 miles
- 2019 – 98,985 miles
- 2018 – 94,412 miles
- 2017 – 89,113 miles
- 2016 – 82,873 miles
- 2015 – 76,999 miles
- 2014 – 71,628 miles
- 2013 – 66,747 miles
- 2012 – 61,663 miles
- 2011 – 56,702 miles
- 2010 – 52,349 miles
- 2009 – 48,014 miles
- 2008 – 43,729 miles
- 2007 – 32,663 miles
- 2005 – 22,586 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Cracking on outer clip end (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Beam axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
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.
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2025
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025
General age related surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Rear N/S and O/S rear axle main mounting bushes worn
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
35 tests since 11 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass19,861 miles (+2,161)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 19,861 miles
- Test number
- 569892552184
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Cracking on outer clip end (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Beam axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass17,700 miles (+42)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 17,700 miles
- Test number
- 871248335810
- AdvisoryGeneral age related surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail17,658 miles (+2,362)1 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 17,658 miles
- Test number
- 521311399040
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryGeneral age related surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass15,296 miles (+2,638)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 15,296 miles
- Test number
- 891780992634
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal is starting g to crack
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass12,658 miles (+2)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 12,658 miles
- Test number
- 267168512721
- AdvisoryN/S HEADLAMP ADJUSTER BROKEN, MOUNTINGS BROKEN, OLD LAMP FIXED IN PLACE >> MONITOR
- AdvisoryRear N/S and O/S rear axle main mounting bushes worn
Fail12,656 miles (+3,013)7 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 12,656 miles
- Test number
- 343149189671
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill up into wheel arch (requires inner arch liner removing to assess) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill marked yellow front to rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill up into wheel arch (requires inner arch liner removing to assess) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear N/S and O/S rear axle main mounting bushes worn
Pass9,643 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 9,643 miles
- Test number
- 548737119579
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryBoth sills have corrosion but not considered excessive at this time
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail9,642 miles (+3,345)2 major3 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 9,642 miles
- Test number
- 295318116529
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer end sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorCentral Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryBoth sills have corrosion but not considered excessive at this time
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass6,297 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 6,297 miles
- Test number
- 137894618188
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear section of car is very corroded inc rear inner and outer sills on the n/s and o/s
- AdvisoryPower steering fluid cooler is leaking
Fail6,296 miles (+3,572)2 major1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 6,296 miles
- Test number
- 662286009698
- MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear section of car is very corroded inc rear inner and outer sills on the n/s and o/s
- AdvisoryPower steering fluid cooler is leaking
Pass2,724 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 2,724 miles
- Test number
- 524329330429
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak from auto trans cooler
Fail2,723 miles (-96,262)2 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 2,723 miles
- Test number
- 415647213441
- DangerousOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak from auto trans cooler
Pass98,985 miles (+4,573)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2020
- Odometer
- 98,985 miles
- Test number
- 547498715037
- AdvisoryDRIVERS WINDOW N/W
- AdvisoryREAR REGISTRATION PLATE POOR
- AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed N/S/F WEBBING DAMAGED (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S REAR INNER SILL + END SILL INTO INNER WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/SS REAR INNER SILL + END SILL INTO INNER WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR + PERISHED >> NEW ADVISED (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F INNER >> NEW ADVISED (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F INNER BALD >> NEW ADVISED (5.2.3 (e))
Pass94,412 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 94,412 miles
- Test number
- 675752761886
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to deteriorate
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisorySeat belt webbing starting to fray
- AdvisorySlight corrosion ion offside sill panel
- AdvisorySelf park on wipers not working
Fail94,411 miles (+5,298)1 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,411 miles
- Test number
- 528030152093
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to deteriorate
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisorySeat belt webbing starting to fray
- AdvisorySlight corrosion ion offside sill panel
- AdvisorySelf park on wipers not working
Pass89,113 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 89,113 miles
- Test number
- 101931379051
- AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/S OUTER (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S AND OS REAR - END SILL INTO WHEEL ARCH AREAS (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S/R OUTER SILL (2.4.A.3)
Fail89,112 miles (+6,239)3 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 89,112 miles
- Test number
- 414662228656
- FailureBrake hose excessively deteriorated O/S/R (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort O/S (3.7.B.6a)
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated ALL REMAINING ORIGINAL (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/S OUTER (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S AND OS REAR - END SILL INTO WHEEL ARCH AREAS (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S/R OUTER SILL (2.4.A.3)
Pass82,873 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 82,873 miles
- Test number
- 273516647065
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated OTHER THREE CORNER FLEX PIPES (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/S/F OUTER >> NEW ADVISED (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/F INNER >>> NEW ADVISED (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit O/S/F AS N/S >>> ALIGNMENT ISSUES (4.1.E.1)
Fail82,872 miles (+5,873)4 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,872 miles
- Test number
- 950789646295
- FailureBrake hose excessively deteriorated N/S/F (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc N/S/F (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureFront position lamp(s) not working N/S (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureHeadlamp insecure N/S (1.7.3)
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated OTHER THREE CORNER FLEX PIPES (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt O/S/F OUTER >> NEW ADVISED (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit N/S/F INNER >>> NEW ADVISED (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit O/S/F AS N/S >>> ALIGNMENT ISSUES (4.1.E.1)
Pass76,999 miles1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 76,999 miles
- Test number
- 189344075113
- AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
- NoteInner braking surfaces on front discs worn
- NoteSlight noise from offside rear hub bearing
Fail76,998 miles (+5,370)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,998 miles
- Test number
- 808844675101
- FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
- FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
- NoteInner braking surfaces on front discs worn
- NoteSlight noise from offside rear hub bearing
Pass71,628 miles (+4,881)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 71,628 miles
- Test number
- 587215074142
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Pass66,747 miles (+5,084)4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 66,747 miles
- Test number
- 819285873108
- AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteREAR EXHAUST IN POOR CORRODED CONDITION
Pass61,663 miles
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 61,663 miles
- Test number
- 117922572161
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail61,663 miles (+4,961)4 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,663 miles
- Test number
- 259112372101
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)
Pass56,702 miles
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 56,702 miles
- Test number
- 987594171122
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail56,702 miles (+4,353)3 failures7 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 56,702 miles
- Test number
- 385053971197
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
Pass52,349 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 52,349 miles
- Test number
- 214794670101
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail52,349 miles (+4,335)2 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,349 miles
- Test number
- 552174670162
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass48,014 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 48,014 miles
- Test number
- 272613869464
- NoteOil leak
Fail48,014 miles (+4,285)3 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 48,014 miles
- Test number
- 651433869140
- FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- NoteOil leak
Fail43,729 miles1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 43,729 miles
- Test number
- 310248878171
- Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Pass43,729 miles (+11,066)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 43,729 miles
- Test number
- 441228978182
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Pass32,663 miles (+10,077)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 32,663 miles
- Test number
- 852339657093
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass22,586 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2006
- Odometer
- 22,586 miles
- Test number
- 450642095108
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about S36 AHC
- Does S36 AHC currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S36 AHC is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on S36 AHC?
- The MOT on S36 AHC is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has S36 AHC done?
- S36 AHC was recorded at 19,861 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026.
- Has S36 AHC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S36 AHC has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2025.
- Has the mileage on S36 AHC ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jul 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on S36 AHC find?
- S36 AHC passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cracking on outer clip end; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive beam axle mount; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 1 more.
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