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Ford Mondeo

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,198 cc

S18 BUSMOT history

S18 BUS is a blue diesel Ford Mondeo first used on 29 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 130,693 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

S18 BUS blue Ford Mondeo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
130,693 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 BUS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mondeo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 BUS was last recorded at 130,693 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,658 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
5,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,693 miles
  • 2025 – 128,884 miles
  • 2024 – 126,822 miles
  • 2023 – 124,361 miles
  • 2022 – 121,249 miles
  • 2021 – 116,163 miles
  • 2020 – 111,482 miles
  • 2016 – 108,833 miles
  • 2015 – 107,142 miles
  • 2014 – 101,231 miles
  • 2012 – 97,444 miles
  • 2011 – 84,269 miles
  • 2010 – 63,719 miles
  • 2009 – 48,261 miles
  • 2008 – 30,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,693 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,693 miles (+35)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    130,693 miles
    Test number
    319372986279
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail130,658 miles (+1,774)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,658 miles
    Test number
    794031917366
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass128,884 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    128,884 miles
    Test number
    266867905658
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail128,884 miles (+2,062)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,884 miles
    Test number
    236602173192
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S and N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass126,822 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    126,822 miles
    Test number
    531923814169
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail126,820 miles (+2,459)1 dangerous6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,820 miles
    Test number
    196293475439
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass124,361 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    124,361 miles
    Test number
    916670293388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail124,263 miles (+3,014)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,263 miles
    Test number
    448421859528
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass121,249 miles (+117)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    121,249 miles
    Test number
    727489441781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail121,132 miles (+4,969)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,132 miles
    Test number
    468511659702
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass116,163 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    116,163 miles
    Test number
    984633187984
    • 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))

  12. Fail116,161 miles (+4,679)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,161 miles
    Test number
    147081446771
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  13. Pass111,482 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    111,482 miles
    Test number
    117126822033
    • AdvisoryFront sub-frame and suspension arms visually corroded

  14. Fail111,479 miles (+2,646)1 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,479 miles
    Test number
    946532367492
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake lining(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Trailing arm mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Trailing arm mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass108,833 miles (+1,691)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    108,833 miles
    Test number
    391167446690
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass107,142 miles (+2,710)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    107,142 miles
    Test number
    938716812838
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass104,432 miles (+3,201)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    104,432 miles
    Test number
    167747675037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass101,231 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    101,231 miles
    Test number
    185685784457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail101,231 miles (+3,787)2 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,231 miles
    Test number
    735245484042
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass97,444 miles (+91)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    97,444 miles
    Test number
    275358932309
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight exhaust leak

  21. Fail97,353 miles (+13,084)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,353 miles
    Test number
    498895232446
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteSlight exhaust leak

  22. Pass84,269 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    84,269 miles
    Test number
    499957121391
    • NoteO/s and n/s front tyers worn on inner edge

  23. Fail84,269 miles (+20,550)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,269 miles
    Test number
    225287621371
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s and n/s front tyers worn on inner edge

  24. Pass63,719 miles (+15,458)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    63,719 miles
    Test number
    871467730245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,261 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    48,261 miles
    Test number
    903493829267
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail48,261 miles (+17,904)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,261 miles
    Test number
    743133029299
    • DangerousNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass30,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    30,357 miles
    Test number
    272480718148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 BUS

Does S18 BUS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 BUS is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 BUS?
The MOT on S18 BUS is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 BUS done?
S18 BUS was recorded at 130,693 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 5,496 miles a year.
Has S18 BUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 BUS has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S18 BUS 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 S18 BUS find?
S18 BUS passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside, and 4 more.

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