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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,299 cc

T353 SFSMOT history

T353 SFS is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 14 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 75,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
75,972 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,615 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T353 SFS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T353 SFS was last recorded at 75,972 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,915 miles · 23 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
2,615 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,972 miles
  • 2025 – 71,072 miles
  • 2024 – 66,385 miles
  • 2023 – 61,617 miles
  • 2022 – 56,737 miles
  • 2021 – 53,056 miles
  • 2020 – 51,387 miles
  • 2019 – 50,647 miles
  • 2018 – 49,098 miles
  • 2017 – 40,272 miles
  • 2016 – 36,524 miles
  • 2015 – 33,467 miles
  • 2014 – 32,243 miles
  • 2013 – 31,880 miles
  • 2012 – 31,450 miles
  • 2011 – 30,702 miles
  • 2010 – 29,677 miles
  • 2009 – 28,376 miles
  • 2008 – 27,257 miles
  • 2007 – 26,167 miles
  • 2006 – 23,985 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,972 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. effort low (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security as marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear body around wheel arch slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,972 miles (+57)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    75,972 miles
    Test number
    840396361831
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. effort low (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security as marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail75,915 miles (+4,843)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,915 miles
    Test number
    462498641482
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting as marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. effort low (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security as marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass71,072 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    71,072 miles
    Test number
    946033403998
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail71,072 miles (+4,687)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,072 miles
    Test number
    181780023927
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass66,385 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    66,385 miles
    Test number
    510397855537
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body around wheel arch slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Fail66,385 miles (+4,768)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,385 miles
    Test number
    403131498720
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body around wheel arch slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass61,617 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    61,617 miles
    Test number
    928913305954
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body around wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail61,617 miles (+4,880)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,617 miles
    Test number
    950914547653
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body around wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass56,737 miles (+3,681)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    56,737 miles
    Test number
    876118093429
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  10. Pass53,056 miles (+44)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    53,056 miles
    Test number
    674617234152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail53,012 miles (+1,625)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,012 miles
    Test number
    863842175402
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass51,387 miles (+740)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    51,387 miles
    Test number
    104964486396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,647 miles (+1,549)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    50,647 miles
    Test number
    841832315517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,098 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    49,098 miles
    Test number
    125837667441
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure coated in oil

  15. Fail49,095 miles (+8,823)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,095 miles
    Test number
    736969062480
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure coated in oil

  16. Pass40,272 miles (+3,748)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    40,272 miles
    Test number
    366941754346
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes are worn and have movement
    • AdvisoryEngine sump is corroded

  17. Pass36,524 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    36,524 miles
    Test number
    128304499017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,494 miles (+3,027)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,494 miles
    Test number
    396218370157
    • FailureFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped front to rear (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOuter hand brake cable corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass33,467 miles (+1,224)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    33,467 miles
    Test number
    946062985142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass32,243 miles (+363)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    32,243 miles
    Test number
    568692784119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,880 miles (+430)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    31,880 miles
    Test number
    167845603246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,450 miles (+748)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    31,450 miles
    Test number
    636740002275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass30,702 miles (+1,025)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    30,702 miles
    Test number
    385241401446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,677 miles (+1,301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    29,677 miles
    Test number
    231874310287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass28,376 miles (+1,119)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    28,376 miles
    Test number
    590591009295
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass27,257 miles (+1,090)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    27,257 miles
    Test number
    332420208299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass26,167 miles (+2,182)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    26,167 miles
    Test number
    151284717240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    23,985 miles
    Test number
    481323626230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T353 SFS

Does T353 SFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T353 SFS is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T353 SFS?
The MOT on T353 SFS is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T353 SFS done?
T353 SFS was recorded at 75,972 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 2,615 miles a year.
Has T353 SFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T353 SFS has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T353 SFS 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 T353 SFS find?
T353 SFS passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. effort low; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security as marked, and 2 more.

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