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Ford Sierra

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,994 cc

K18 AAEMOT history

K18 AAE is a blue petrol Ford Sierra first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 45,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
45,516 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 AAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Sierra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 AAE was last recorded at 45,516 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 313 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Jul 2017: 8,645 miles, lower than 99,721 miles on 12 Jul 2016.

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
45,203 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
313 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,516 miles
  • 2025 – 45,203 miles
  • 2023 – 44,319 miles
  • 2022 – 43,252 miles
  • 2021 – 42,256 miles
  • 2020 – 37,851 miles
  • 2019 – 30,793 miles
  • 2018 – 18,830 miles
  • 2017 – 8,779 miles
  • 2016 – 99,721 miles
  • 2015 – 91,541 miles
  • 2014 – 87,356 miles
  • 2013 – 83,200 miles
  • 2012 – 78,706 miles
  • 2011 – 74,390 miles
  • 2010 – 70,221 miles
  • 2009 – 66,495 miles
  • 2008 – 59,830 miles
  • 2007 – 55,971 miles
  • 2006 – 51,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,516 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn more on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on very inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All front to rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both front tyres worn smooth on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,516 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    45,516 miles
    Test number
    696049771807
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn more on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on very inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail45,516 miles (+313)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,516 miles
    Test number
    911933460222
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn more on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on very inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass45,203 miles (+884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    45,203 miles
    Test number
    706334250280
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass44,319 miles (+1,067)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    44,319 miles
    Test number
    234677116942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass43,252 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    43,252 miles
    Test number
    670515473963
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has light corrosion

  6. Fail43,248 miles (+992)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,248 miles
    Test number
    896237510069
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has light corrosion

  7. Pass42,256 miles (+69)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    42,256 miles
    Test number
    698423060132
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive wing by top mount strut under bonnet (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower wing

  8. Fail42,187 miles (+4,336)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,187 miles
    Test number
    902884833687
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing near top mount under bonnet (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing near top mount under bonnet (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass37,851 miles (+7,058)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    37,851 miles
    Test number
    250966268262
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass30,793 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    30,793 miles
    Test number
    602947453336
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail30,773 miles (+11,943)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,773 miles
    Test number
    850955817732
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn on lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis above subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn smooth on inner edges
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre + has a cut in it
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass18,830 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    18,830 miles
    Test number
    633671053628
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has surface corrosion

  13. Fail18,813 miles (+10,034)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,813 miles
    Test number
    838343588262
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Centre bush attached to anti roll bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has surface corrosion

  14. Pass8,779 miles (+134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    8,779 miles
    Test number
    189765001900
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has light corrosion

  15. Fail8,645 miles (-91,076)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,645 miles
    Test number
    743040927941
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded seat mount (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded seat mount (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has light corrosion

  16. Pass99,721 miles (+8,180)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    99,721 miles
    Test number
    891325753117
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn smooth on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle

  17. Pass91,541 miles (+4,185)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    91,541 miles
    Test number
    688964085121
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteGeneral corroison to floor sills and chassis

  18. Pass87,356 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    87,356 miles
    Test number
    746071594157
    • NoteBoth floors to sills surface corrosion
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn smooth on inner edges
    • NoteBoth rear inner arches surface corrosion
    • NoteSurface corrosion both rear inner sills

  19. Fail87,354 miles (+4,154)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,354 miles
    Test number
    509491194189
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth floors to sills surface corrosion
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn smooth on inner edges
    • NoteBoth rear inner arches surface corrosion
    • NoteSurface corrosion both rear inner sills

  20. Pass83,200 miles (+4,494)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    83,200 miles
    Test number
    236850093495
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth inner and outer sills starting to corrode
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn thin on inside edge

  21. Pass78,706 miles (+4,316)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    78,706 miles
    Test number
    478714182129
    • NoteBrake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteFlexi brake hose ferrules starting to corrode
    • NoteGeneral light corrosion appearing
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect welding due to seam / underseal

  22. Pass74,390 miles (+71)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    74,390 miles
    Test number
    818550501236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteGeneral light corrosion to chassis and underbody
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect welding due to seam and underseal

  23. Fail74,319 miles (+4,098)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,319 miles
    Test number
    519525091166
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteGeneral light corrosion to chassis and underbody

  24. Pass70,221 miles (+3,726)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    70,221 miles
    Test number
    844831300232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,495 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    66,495 miles
    Test number
    401090999128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOffside front inner boot starting to split
    • NoteSlight corrosion on nearside rear chassis rail

  26. Fail66,495 miles (+6,665)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,495 miles
    Test number
    342179089144
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOffside front inner boot starting to split
    • NoteSlight corrosion on nearside rear chassis rail

  27. Fail59,830 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,830 miles
    Test number
    320902298137
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass59,830 miles (+3,859)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    59,830 miles
    Test number
    724822098118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass55,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    55,971 miles
    Test number
    541554997135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail55,971 miles (+4,120)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,971 miles
    Test number
    554264097143
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass51,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    51,851 miles
    Test number
    410959126133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 AAE

Does K18 AAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 AAE is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 AAE?
The MOT on K18 AAE is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 AAE done?
K18 AAE was recorded at 45,516 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026.
Has K18 AAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 AAE has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on K18 AAE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Jul 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K18 AAE find?
K18 AAE passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn more on inner edge., and 2 more.

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