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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,299 cc

X438 VSGMOT history

X438 VSG is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 28 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 76,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Mar 2025.

X438 VSG blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Mar 2026
Mileage
76,053 mi
At MOT on 29 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X438 VSG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X438 VSG was last recorded at 76,053 miles on 29 Mar 2025, 10,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,716 miles · 23 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
10,337 miles
Average per year
3,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 76,053 miles
  • 2024 – 65,716 miles
  • 2023 – 60,570 miles
  • 2022 – 56,790 miles
  • 2021 – 51,893 miles
  • 2019 – 46,973 miles
  • 2017 – 38,870 miles
  • 2016 – 34,248 miles
  • 2015 – 30,035 miles
  • 2014 – 28,994 miles
  • 2013 – 27,387 miles
  • 2012 – 24,107 miles
  • 2011 – 16,152 miles
  • 2010 – 8,860 miles
  • 2009 – 8,472 miles
  • 2008 – 8,000 miles
  • 2007 – 7,481 miles
  • 2006 – 6,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,053 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both nearside and offside front to rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both nearside and offside front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,053 miles19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    76,053 miles
    Test number
    952382350201
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both nearside and offside front to rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail76,053 miles (+10,337)1 repaired19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,053 miles
    Test number
    742179410241
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both nearside and offside front to rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass65,716 miles (+5,146)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    65,716 miles
    Test number
    484154189750
    • MinorBrake hose slightly damaged Both nearside and offside rear (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both nearside and offside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both nearside and offside front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both nearside and offside front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both nearside and offside front wish bone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both nearside and offside front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both nearside and offside rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside rear (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass60,570 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    60,570 miles
    Test number
    161156941127
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both nearside and offside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both nearside and offside front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both nearside and offside front (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both nearside and offside front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Fail60,570 miles (+3,780)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,570 miles
    Test number
    837181840116
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both nearside and offside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both nearside and offside front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both nearside and offside front (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both nearside and offside front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass56,790 miles (+4,897)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    56,790 miles
    Test number
    952125442570
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass51,893 miles (+4,920)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    51,893 miles
    Test number
    852462110597
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass46,973 miles (+3,524)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    46,973 miles
    Test number
    224317384422
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Pass43,449 miles (+4,579)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    43,449 miles
    Test number
    502821457664
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on rear underbody
  10. Pass38,870 miles (+4,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    38,870 miles
    Test number
    995992597945
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in suspension
  11. Pass34,248 miles (+4,213)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    34,248 miles
    Test number
    422104209965
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs poor
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate poor
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills rusty but not holed
  12. Pass30,035 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    30,035 miles
    Test number
    403836822107
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe going to o/s/f flexi hose has corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs in poor condition
  13. Fail30,035 miles (+1,041)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,035 miles
    Test number
    694675923146
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe going to o/s/f flexi hose has corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs in poor condition
  14. Pass28,994 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    28,994 miles
    Test number
    496192054284
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded
    • NoteO/s/f lower wishbone rear bush worn
  15. Fail28,994 miles (+1,607)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,994 miles
    Test number
    607462654231
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded
    • NoteO/s/f lower wishbone rear bush worn
  16. Pass27,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    27,387 miles
    Test number
    375529623406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail27,387 miles (+3,280)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,387 miles
    Test number
    726474923284
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass24,107 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    24,107 miles
    Test number
    318793722480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  19. Fail24,107 miles (+7,955)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,107 miles
    Test number
    465883122245
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  20. Pass16,152 miles (+7,292)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    16,152 miles
    Test number
    267175131261
    • NoteFront lower arm bushes split
    • NoteInner faces of discs pitted
  21. Pass8,860 miles (+388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    8,860 miles
    Test number
    931228720200
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  22. Pass8,472 miles (+472)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    8,472 miles
    Test number
    410296729235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,000 miles (+519)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    8,000 miles
    Test number
    191690228206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass7,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    7,481 miles
    Test number
    792981627292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail7,481 miles (+681)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,481 miles
    Test number
    394621427471
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  26. Pass6,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    6,800 miles
    Test number
    783562226256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X438 VSG

Does X438 VSG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X438 VSG expired on 28 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X438 VSG?
The MOT on X438 VSG expired on 28 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X438 VSG done?
X438 VSG was recorded at 76,053 miles at its MOT on 29 Mar 2025, an average of 3,717 miles a year.
Has X438 VSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X438 VSG has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on X438 VSG 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 X438 VSG find?
X438 VSG passed its latest MOT on 29 Mar 2025 with 19 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front lower seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 16 more.

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