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Ford Fiesta

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,242 cc

V38 JKRMOT history

V38 JKR is a black petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 11 Feb 2000. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 60,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

V38 JKR black Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
60,982 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,475 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V38 JKR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
11 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V38 JKR was last recorded at 60,982 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 5,587 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,395 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,587 miles
Average per year
1,475 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,982 miles
  • 2025 – 55,395 miles
  • 2024 – 50,640 miles
  • 2023 – 46,962 miles
  • 2022 – 43,346 miles
  • 2020 – 43,287 miles
  • 2019 – 42,994 miles
  • 2018 – 42,552 miles
  • 2017 – 41,845 miles
  • 2016 – 41,470 miles
  • 2015 – 41,096 miles
  • 2014 – 40,393 miles
  • 2012 – 40,265 miles
  • 2011 – 39,792 miles
  • 2010 – 38,873 miles
  • 2009 – 37,351 miles
  • 2008 – 35,256 miles
  • 2007 – 33,228 miles
  • 2006 – 30,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,982 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,982 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    60,982 miles
    Test number
    299308248560
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel

  2. Fail60,982 miles (+5,587)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,982 miles
    Test number
    947407006719
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel

  3. Pass55,395 miles (+4,755)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    55,395 miles
    Test number
    734401497120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass50,640 miles (+3,678)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    50,640 miles
    Test number
    905346578623
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORROSION (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORROSION (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass46,962 miles (+3,616)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    46,962 miles
    Test number
    411083709098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass43,346 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    43,346 miles
    Test number
    781469126523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass43,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    43,287 miles
    Test number
    117599413080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail43,287 miles (+293)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,287 miles
    Test number
    524092400077
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass42,994 miles (+442)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    42,994 miles
    Test number
    584111993483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,552 miles (+707)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    42,552 miles
    Test number
    173318798852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,845 miles (+375)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    41,845 miles
    Test number
    753171580067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,470 miles (+374)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    41,470 miles
    Test number
    864479513234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    41,096 miles
    Test number
    188883085030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,096 miles (+703)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,096 miles
    Test number
    666380185023
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  15. Pass40,393 miles (+128)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    40,393 miles
    Test number
    577187474033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres have slight flat spots

  16. Pass40,265 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    40,265 miles
    Test number
    878291152027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail40,258 miles (+466)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,258 miles
    Test number
    719788042006
    • FailureNearside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass39,792 miles (+919)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    39,792 miles
    Test number
    248795441022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass38,873 miles (+1,522)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    38,873 miles
    Test number
    352968040054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,351 miles (+2,095)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    37,351 miles
    Test number
    560067149035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,256 miles (+2,028)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    35,256 miles
    Test number
    503808138048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,228 miles (+2,410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    33,228 miles
    Test number
    670827647058
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass30,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    30,818 miles
    Test number
    113274526410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V38 JKR

Does V38 JKR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V38 JKR is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V38 JKR?
The MOT on V38 JKR is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V38 JKR done?
V38 JKR was recorded at 60,982 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 1,475 miles a year.
Has V38 JKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V38 JKR has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V38 JKR 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 V38 JKR find?
V38 JKR passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy, and 2 more.

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