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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,242 cc

S97 LNHMOT history

S97 LNH is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 27 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 6,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
6,043 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S97 LNH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S97 LNH was last recorded at 6,043 miles on 13 Jun 2026, 5,657 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 May 2021: 28 miles, lower than 99,555 miles on 14 May 2020.

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
386 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,657 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 6,043 miles
  • 2025 – 386 miles
  • 2024 – 299 miles
  • 2023 – 283 miles
  • 2022 – 176 miles
  • 2021 – 28 miles
  • 2020 – 99,555 miles
  • 2019 – 99,218 miles
  • 2018 – 98,350 miles
  • 2017 – 97,748 miles
  • 2016 – 96,589 miles
  • 2015 – 95,175 miles
  • 2014 – 93,304 miles
  • 2013 – 90,953 miles
  • 2012 – 88,196 miles
  • 2011 – 85,376 miles
  • 2010 – 82,362 miles
  • 2009 – 79,281 miles
  • 2008 – 76,250 miles
  • 2007 – 71,689 miles
  • 2006 – 65,098 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass6,043 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front & rear (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis / sub-frames / brake pipes and rear wheel arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass6,043 miles (+5,657)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    6,043 miles
    Test number
    104302805588
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front & rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis / sub-frames / brake pipes and rear wheel arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass386 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    386 miles
    Test number
    207541594151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail386 miles (+87)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    386 miles
    Test number
    769646475363
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass299 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    299 miles
    Test number
    162389650112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass283 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    283 miles
    Test number
    723451471501
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail283 miles (+107)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283 miles
    Test number
    139917029926
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass176 miles (+148)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    176 miles
    Test number
    405857109881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass28 miles (-99,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2022
    Odometer
    28 miles
    Test number
    601812618331
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass99,555 miles (+337)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2021
    Odometer
    99,555 miles
    Test number
    843941713776
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass99,218 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2020
    Odometer
    99,218 miles
    Test number
    204435244392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    98,350 miles
    Test number
    114089983292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail98,350 miles (+602)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,350 miles
    Test number
    924656985206
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement advise replacement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded

  13. Pass97,748 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    97,748 miles
    Test number
    506839386275
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail97,748 miles (+1,159)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,748 miles
    Test number
    895977611180
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass96,589 miles (+1,414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    96,589 miles
    Test number
    482878268278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass95,175 miles (+1,871)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    95,175 miles
    Test number
    938579245116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteO/s/sill is slightly corroded

  17. Pass93,304 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    93,304 miles
    Test number
    479917744187
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Fail93,304 miles (+2,351)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,304 miles
    Test number
    945481744163
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteSpare wheel carrier loose.

  19. Pass90,953 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    90,953 miles
    Test number
    876191653192
    • AdvisoryNearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  20. Fail90,953 miles (+2,757)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,953 miles
    Test number
    637671453105
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  21. Pass88,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    88,196 miles
    Test number
    205790052138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail88,196 miles (+2,820)5 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,196 miles
    Test number
    298369842159
    • DangerousBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass85,376 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,376 miles
    Test number
    106577141145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail85,375 miles (+3,013)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,375 miles
    Test number
    798006241120
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Pass82,362 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    82,362 miles
    Test number
    221881040444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail82,359 miles (+3,078)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,359 miles
    Test number
    171739730101
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  27. Pass79,281 miles (+3,031)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    79,281 miles
    Test number
    544019039140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass76,250 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    76,250 miles
    Test number
    721743548102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail76,247 miles (+4,558)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,247 miles
    Test number
    813361348168
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  30. Pass71,689 miles (+6,591)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    71,689 miles
    Test number
    813632087077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass65,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    65,098 miles
    Test number
    272868686069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S97 LNH

Does S97 LNH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S97 LNH is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S97 LNH?
The MOT on S97 LNH is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S97 LNH done?
S97 LNH was recorded at 6,043 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2026.
Has S97 LNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S97 LNH has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S97 LNH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 May 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S97 LNH find?
S97 LNH passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 4 more.

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