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Ford KA

Red · Petrol · 2014 · 1,242 cc

S39 SAMMOT history

S39 SAM is a red petrol Ford KA first used on 30 Apr 2014. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 33,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

S39 SAM red Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
33,053 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,981 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S39 SAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
30 Apr 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S39 SAM was last recorded at 33,053 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 4,216 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
28,837 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,216 miles
Average per year
1,981 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 33,053 miles
  • 2025 – 28,837 miles
  • 2024 – 27,187 miles
  • 2023 – 27,030 miles
  • 2022 – 25,635 miles
  • 2021 – 24,365 miles
  • 2020 – 22,542 miles
  • 2019 – 20,225 miles
  • 2018 – 18,086 miles
  • 2017 – 15,287 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,053 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit and worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit and worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

12 tests since 19 Apr 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass33,053 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    33,053 miles
    Test number
    976752677013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit and worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit and worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail33,048 miles (+4,211)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,048 miles
    Test number
    955957991126
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick outer pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit and worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit and worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass28,837 miles (+1,650)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    28,837 miles
    Test number
    529920636877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass27,187 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    27,187 miles
    Test number
    221294971898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass27,030 miles (+1,395)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    27,030 miles
    Test number
    702551681362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass25,635 miles (+1,270)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    25,635 miles
    Test number
    186252094236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass24,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    24,365 miles
    Test number
    880706907290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail24,365 miles (+1,823)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,365 miles
    Test number
    179648421325
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass22,542 miles (+2,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    22,542 miles
    Test number
    332584342282
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass20,225 miles (+2,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    20,225 miles
    Test number
    658889740546
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass18,086 miles (+2,799)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    18,086 miles
    Test number
    687057551851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass15,287 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    15,287 miles
    Test number
    858180296425
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about S39 SAM

Does S39 SAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S39 SAM is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S39 SAM?
The MOT on S39 SAM is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S39 SAM done?
S39 SAM was recorded at 33,053 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 1,981 miles a year.
Has S39 SAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S39 SAM has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S39 SAM 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 S39 SAM find?
S39 SAM passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit and worn inner and outer edges, and 2 more.

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