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Ford Cardinal

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 3,984 cc

S12 TFDMOT history

S12 TFD is a black petrol Ford Cardinal first used on 17 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 86,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
86,446 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 TFD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cardinal
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 TFD was last recorded at 86,446 miles on 18 May 2026, 1,416 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,030 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,416 miles
Average per year
3,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,446 miles
  • 2025 – 85,030 miles
  • 2024 – 83,699 miles
  • 2023 – 81,968 miles
  • 2022 – 80,156 miles
  • 2021 – 78,631 miles
  • 2020 – 75,978 miles
  • 2019 – 75,421 miles
  • 2018 – 71,168 miles
  • 2017 – 66,992 miles
  • 2016 – 62,044 miles
  • 2015 – 57,327 miles
  • 2014 – 52,303 miles
  • 2013 – 48,774 miles
  • 2012 – 44,803 miles
  • 2011 – 40,124 miles
  • 2010 – 34,884 miles
  • 2009 – 29,781 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,446 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,446 miles (+1,416)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    86,446 miles
    Test number
    921749144308
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass85,030 miles (+91)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    85,030 miles
    Test number
    936662782245
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail84,939 miles (+1,240)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,939 miles
    Test number
    610513202365
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively stretched in full lock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass83,699 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    83,699 miles
    Test number
    731137543682
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail83,659 miles (+1,691)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,659 miles
    Test number
    952547158079
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass81,968 miles (+1,812)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    81,968 miles
    Test number
    838558661093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass80,156 miles (+1,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    80,156 miles
    Test number
    580755218696
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security lower inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass78,631 miles (+2,653)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    78,631 miles
    Test number
    441877224443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,978 miles (+557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    75,978 miles
    Test number
    386927749263
    • 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))

  10. Pass75,421 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,421 miles
    Test number
    316943374590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail75,421 miles (+4,253)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,421 miles
    Test number
    177014487995
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass71,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    71,168 miles
    Test number
    219116165873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail71,168 miles (+4,176)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,168 miles
    Test number
    619629431252
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass66,992 miles (+4,948)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,992 miles
    Test number
    720601714600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,044 miles (+4,717)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,044 miles
    Test number
    872897535073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,327 miles (+5,024)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    57,327 miles
    Test number
    915833805194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,303 miles (+3,529)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    52,303 miles
    Test number
    236880604487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,774 miles (+3,971)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    48,774 miles
    Test number
    357644593035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,803 miles (+4,679)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    44,803 miles
    Test number
    827953802121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,124 miles (+5,240)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    40,124 miles
    Test number
    778403401147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,884 miles (+5,103)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    34,884 miles
    Test number
    282786290084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,781 miles
    Test number
    183887399422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,781 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,781 miles
    Test number
    784437699038
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S12 TFD

Does S12 TFD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 TFD is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 TFD?
The MOT on S12 TFD is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 TFD done?
S12 TFD was recorded at 86,446 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 3,312 miles a year.
Has S12 TFD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 TFD has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S12 TFD 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 S12 TFD find?
S12 TFD passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive.

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