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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

S38 DNJMOT history

S38 DNJ is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 29 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 10,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
10,406 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S38 DNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S38 DNJ was last recorded at 10,406 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 3,789 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Aug 2023: 901 miles, lower than 99,446 miles on 12 Sept 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
6,617 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,789 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 10,406 miles
  • 2025 – 6,617 miles
  • 2024 – 2,657 miles
  • 2023 – 947 miles
  • 2022 – 99,446 miles
  • 2021 – 97,583 miles
  • 2020 – 95,932 miles
  • 2019 – 94,392 miles
  • 2018 – 92,767 miles
  • 2017 – 91,033 miles
  • 2016 – 89,060 miles
  • 2015 – 87,107 miles
  • 2014 – 84,970 miles
  • 2013 – 82,862 miles
  • 2012 – 80,594 miles
  • 2011 – 78,372 miles
  • 2010 – 75,899 miles
  • 2009 – 73,140 miles
  • 2008 – 70,345 miles
  • 2007 – 67,792 miles
  • 2006 – 63,224 miles
  • 2005 – 58,211 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass10,406 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

34 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass10,406 miles (+3,789)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    10,406 miles
    Test number
    667934237078
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass6,617 miles (+22)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    6,617 miles
    Test number
    284705345309
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail6,595 miles (+3,938)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,595 miles
    Test number
    604425800416
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass2,657 miles (+370)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    2,657 miles
    Test number
    907296855201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail2,287 miles (+1,340)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,287 miles
    Test number
    990845772038
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass947 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    947 miles
    Test number
    724955076964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail901 miles (-98,545)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    901 miles
    Test number
    725120354272
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass99,446 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,446 miles
    Test number
    886929614094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail99,434 miles (+1,851)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,434 miles
    Test number
    849592390401
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass97,583 miles (+1,651)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,583 miles
    Test number
    536688693013
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass95,932 miles (+1,540)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    95,932 miles
    Test number
    295195995101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,392 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    94,392 miles
    Test number
    987894430507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail94,361 miles (+1,594)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,361 miles
    Test number
    911684277171
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass92,767 miles (+1,734)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    92,767 miles
    Test number
    629850546461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass91,033 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    91,033 miles
    Test number
    926379111001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,964 miles (+1,904)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,964 miles
    Test number
    700744388946
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass89,060 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    89,060 miles
    Test number
    592263106653
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail89,057 miles (+1,950)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,057 miles
    Test number
    565817810191
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass87,107 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    87,107 miles
    Test number
    903927679273
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

  20. Fail87,049 miles (+2,079)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,049 miles
    Test number
    576808734507
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

  21. Pass84,970 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    84,970 miles
    Test number
    159126684259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail84,961 miles (+2,099)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,961 miles
    Test number
    267724184210
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass82,862 miles (+2,268)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    82,862 miles
    Test number
    418205183251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Pass80,594 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    80,594 miles
    Test number
    316540082207
    • NoteFront brake flexi pipes perished
    • NoteFront coil springs corroded
    • NoteN/S/F tyre wearing on inner and outter edges
    • NoteO/S sill has slight surface corrosion
    • NoteO/S/R tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake flexi pipes perished
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroding

  25. Fail80,594 miles (+2,222)1 failure7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,594 miles
    Test number
    236450782256
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake flexi pipes perished
    • NoteFront coil springs corroded
    • NoteN/S/F tyre wearing on inner and outter edges
    • NoteO/S sill has slight surface corrosion
    • NoteO/S/R tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake flexi pipes perished
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroding

  26. Pass78,372 miles (+2,473)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    78,372 miles
    Test number
    735206011308
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass75,899 miles (+2,759)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    75,899 miles
    Test number
    173398910317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass73,140 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    73,140 miles
    Test number
    934986029321
    • NoteO/s outer sill corroded

  29. Fail73,140 miles (+2,795)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,140 miles
    Test number
    461886529359
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s outer sill corroded

  30. Pass70,345 miles (+2,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    70,345 miles
    Test number
    622328678297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass67,792 miles (+4,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    67,792 miles
    Test number
    362127397271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass63,224 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    63,224 miles
    Test number
    230407696265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail63,186 miles (+4,975)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,186 miles
    Test number
    161803496284
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  34. Pass58,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    58,211 miles
    Test number
    600077195232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S38 DNJ

Does S38 DNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S38 DNJ is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S38 DNJ?
The MOT on S38 DNJ is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S38 DNJ done?
S38 DNJ was recorded at 10,406 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026.
Has S38 DNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S38 DNJ has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S38 DNJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Aug 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S38 DNJ find?
S38 DNJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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