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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

S23 NCLMOT history

S23 NCL is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 19 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 147,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

S23 NCL blue Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
147,300 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,122 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 NCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 NCL was last recorded at 147,300 miles on 1 May 2026, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,258 miles · 30 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
9,122 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,300 miles
  • 2025 – 142,953 miles
  • 2024 – 140,396 miles
  • 2023 – 138,281 miles
  • 2022 – 133,871 miles
  • 2021 – 127,992 miles
  • 2020 – 122,817 miles
  • 2019 – 103,487 miles
  • 2018 – 82,678 miles
  • 2017 – 74,295 miles
  • 2016 – 64,341 miles
  • 2015 – 51,673 miles
  • 2014 – 28,200 miles
  • 2012 – 22,381 miles
  • 2011 – 15,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,300 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,300 miles (+42)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    147,300 miles
    Test number
    112943335724
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  2. Fail147,258 miles (+7)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,258 miles
    Test number
    959501759482
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  3. Fail147,251 miles (+4,298)1 dangerous3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,251 miles
    Test number
    961741873383
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  4. Pass142,953 miles (+19)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    142,953 miles
    Test number
    461682975286
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail142,934 miles (+2,538)3 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,934 miles
    Test number
    228062268866
    • DangerousOffside Rear unable to test brakes due to brake fluid leaking.
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass140,396 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    140,396 miles
    Test number
    184058991663
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Fail140,395 miles (+2,114)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,395 miles
    Test number
    724380131610
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. Pass138,281 miles (+4,410)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    138,281 miles
    Test number
    530235848167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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))
  9. Pass133,871 miles (+5,879)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    133,871 miles
    Test number
    466723288770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass127,992 miles (+5,175)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    127,992 miles
    Test number
    554528321513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass122,817 miles (+19,330)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    122,817 miles
    Test number
    597611981285
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated bonnet secured (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted both rims (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  12. Pass103,487 miles (+20,809)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    103,487 miles
    Test number
    529366813700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,678 miles (+8,383)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    82,678 miles
    Test number
    751345677560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    74,295 miles
    Test number
    479875971054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,295 miles (+9,954)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,295 miles
    Test number
    957393667395
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass64,341 miles (+12,668)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    64,341 miles
    Test number
    661053886410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,673 miles (+23,473)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    51,673 miles
    Test number
    187358235026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,200 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    28,200 miles
    Test number
    266433944049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail28,191 miles (+5,810)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,191 miles
    Test number
    605061944063
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
  20. Pass22,381 miles (+6,793)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    22,381 miles
    Test number
    398546822391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    15,588 miles
    Test number
    779466921399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail15,588 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,588 miles
    Test number
    308946921330
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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 S23 NCL

Does S23 NCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 NCL is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S23 NCL?
The MOT on S23 NCL is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 NCL done?
S23 NCL was recorded at 147,300 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 9,122 miles a year.
Has S23 NCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 NCL has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S23 NCL 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 S23 NCL find?
S23 NCL passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 6 more.

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