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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,242 cc

V53 JDDMOT history

V53 JDD is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 57,168 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
57,168 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,823 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V53 JDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V53 JDD was last recorded at 57,168 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Feb 2023: 43,944 miles, lower than 45,698 miles on 18 Jan 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
57,166 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,823 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,168 miles
  • 2025 – 53,273 miles
  • 2024 – 47,393 miles
  • 2023 – 43,946 miles
  • 2022 – 45,698 miles
  • 2020 – 41,170 miles
  • 2019 – 40,607 miles
  • 2018 – 39,813 miles
  • 2017 – 38,889 miles
  • 2016 – 37,204 miles
  • 2015 – 35,981 miles
  • 2014 – 35,153 miles
  • 2013 – 33,984 miles
  • 2012 – 32,684 miles
  • 2011 – 31,450 miles
  • 2010 – 30,273 miles
  • 2009 – 28,702 miles
  • 2008 – 26,589 miles
  • 2007 – 24,332 miles
  • 2006 – 21,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,168 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened mount (5.3.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBody has corrosion.Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside & nearside rear inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,168 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    57,168 miles
    Test number
    954172751467
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened mount (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion.
  2. Fail57,166 miles (+3,893)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,166 miles
    Test number
    598148375684
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened mount (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion.
  3. Pass53,273 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    53,273 miles
    Test number
    486835315580
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively offside & nearside front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside & nearside rear inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail53,273 miles (+5,880)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,273 miles
    Test number
    780234707877
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside inner - securing clip not fitted correctly (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively offside & nearside front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside & nearside rear inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass47,393 miles (+3,447)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    47,393 miles
    Test number
    492459375149
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated securing clip not fitted correctly (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside & nearside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside & nearside rear inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass43,946 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    43,946 miles
    Test number
    315224348626
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail43,944 miles (-1,754)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,944 miles
    Test number
    676460298095
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass45,698 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    45,698 miles
    Test number
    815287063703
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion.
  9. FailMileage not read3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    930816545841
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion.
  10. Pass41,170 miles (+563)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    41,170 miles
    Test number
    961389405281
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear wheel arches (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass40,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    40,607 miles
    Test number
    514539236480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail40,603 miles (+790)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,603 miles
    Test number
    972858508549
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  13. Pass39,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    39,813 miles
    Test number
    768643739799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail39,813 miles (+924)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,813 miles
    Test number
    832499303478
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass38,889 miles (+1,685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    38,889 miles
    Test number
    181445530306
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside & offside (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass37,204 miles (+1,223)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    37,204 miles
    Test number
    260544529777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,981 miles (+828)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    35,981 miles
    Test number
    487086115224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,153 miles (+1,169)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    35,153 miles
    Test number
    187587014218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,984 miles (+1,300)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    33,984 miles
    Test number
    939394513253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,684 miles (+1,234)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    32,684 miles
    Test number
    215536512264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,450 miles (+1,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    31,450 miles
    Test number
    117186411239
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
  22. Pass30,273 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    30,273 miles
    Test number
    994299620251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,257 miles (+1,555)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,257 miles
    Test number
    762845320232
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  24. Pass28,702 miles (+2,113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    28,702 miles
    Test number
    571936429231
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  25. Pass26,589 miles (+2,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    26,589 miles
    Test number
    121487918285
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  26. Pass24,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    24,332 miles
    Test number
    444910027281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail24,332 miles (+2,555)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,332 miles
    Test number
    374449517220
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes begining to corrode
  28. Pass21,777 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    21,777 miles
    Test number
    490300336222
    • NoteBoth rear solid brake pipes heavily corroded †
    • NoteOffside front track rod end gator split

Questions about V53 JDD

Does V53 JDD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V53 JDD is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V53 JDD?
The MOT on V53 JDD is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V53 JDD done?
V53 JDD was recorded at 57,168 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 1,823 miles a year.
Has V53 JDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V53 JDD has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V53 JDD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Feb 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V53 JDD find?
V53 JDD passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front upper macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened mount; body has corrosion..

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