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Ford Fiesta

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,299 cc

T896 THKMOT history

T896 THK is a silver petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 86,158 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
86,158 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T896 THK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T896 THK was last recorded at 86,158 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,014 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
144 miles
Average per year
2,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,158 miles
  • 2025 – 86,014 miles
  • 2024 – 85,515 miles
  • 2023 – 83,214 miles
  • 2022 – 82,110 miles
  • 2021 – 81,498 miles
  • 2020 – 80,121 miles
  • 2019 – 79,274 miles
  • 2018 – 77,370 miles
  • 2017 – 75,258 miles
  • 2016 – 74,421 miles
  • 2015 – 73,263 miles
  • 2014 – 71,354 miles
  • 2013 – 67,634 miles
  • 2012 – 64,060 miles
  • 2011 – 60,005 miles
  • 2010 – 54,152 miles
  • 2009 – 50,074 miles
  • 2008 – 45,926 miles
  • 2007 – 43,178 miles
  • 2006 – 39,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,158 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both stabiliser to body bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Rear axle bushes worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Corroded on edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill patch repaired ,weld poor but not considered to be significant (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded - no sharp edges at present
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,158 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    86,158 miles
    Test number
    327482021494
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both stabiliser to body bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Rear axle bushes worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Corroded on edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill patch repaired ,weld poor but not considered to be significant (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded - no sharp edges at present
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail86,158 miles (+144)2 repaired1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,158 miles
    Test number
    335886470651
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low Both headlamps aiming too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both stabiliser to body bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Rear axle bushes worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Corroded on edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill patch repaired ,weld poor but not considered to be significant (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded - no sharp edges at present
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass86,014 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    86,014 miles
    Test number
    530911326477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail86,014 miles (+499)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,014 miles
    Test number
    440365609119
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,515 miles (+2,301)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    85,515 miles
    Test number
    849851260704
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass83,214 miles (+1,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    83,214 miles
    Test number
    859479513579
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass82,110 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    82,110 miles
    Test number
    542887553595
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner and outer sill corroded

  8. Fail82,110 miles (+612)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,110 miles
    Test number
    908152418817
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner and outer sill corroded

  9. Pass81,498 miles (+1,377)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    81,498 miles
    Test number
    594799459887
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner and outer sills

  10. Pass80,121 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    80,121 miles
    Test number
    507178349826
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail80,121 miles (+847)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,121 miles
    Test number
    901560358678
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass79,274 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    79,274 miles
    Test number
    110440743545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,273 miles (+1,903)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,273 miles
    Test number
    430875640272
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass77,370 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    77,370 miles
    Test number
    134021235070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail77,370 miles (+2,112)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,370 miles
    Test number
    907565034649
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass75,258 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    75,258 miles
    Test number
    416769947546
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail75,258 miles (+837)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,258 miles
    Test number
    533645578091
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass74,421 miles (+1,158)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    74,421 miles
    Test number
    937192947454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,263 miles (+1,909)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    73,263 miles
    Test number
    626483575165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,354 miles (+3,720)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    71,354 miles
    Test number
    338856184152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass67,634 miles (+3,574)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    67,634 miles
    Test number
    468344463107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,060 miles
    Test number
    248087082409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail64,060 miles (+4,055)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,060 miles
    Test number
    918867482122
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass60,005 miles (+5,853)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    60,005 miles
    Test number
    296288481462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass54,152 miles (+4,078)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    54,152 miles
    Test number
    990279160122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    50,074 miles
    Test number
    723016859159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail50,074 miles (+4,148)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,074 miles
    Test number
    761296459117
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass45,926 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    45,926 miles
    Test number
    202166578137
    • Note(1) Rear reg no.plate started to delaminate.

  29. Fail45,926 miles (+2,748)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,926 miles
    Test number
    682546378140
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Note(1) Rear reg no.plate started to delaminate.

  30. Fail43,178 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,178 miles
    Test number
    103564667101
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  31. Pass43,178 miles (+3,691)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    43,178 miles
    Test number
    881424167153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass39,487 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    39,487 miles
    Test number
    262730076164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about T896 THK

Does T896 THK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T896 THK is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T896 THK?
The MOT on T896 THK 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 T896 THK done?
T896 THK was recorded at 86,158 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 2,325 miles a year.
Has T896 THK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T896 THK has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T896 THK 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 T896 THK find?
T896 THK passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both stabiliser to body bushes worn; axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear axle bushes worn, and 11 more.

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