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Ford Fiesta

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

S40 NSLMOT history

S40 NSL is a grey petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 13 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 72,939 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

S40 NSL grey Ford Fiesta – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
72,939 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 NSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 NSL was last recorded at 72,939 miles on 30 May 2026, 748 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Mar 2017: 95,696 miles, lower than 160,846 miles on 23 Apr 2016.
  • 14 Jul 2018: 69,356 miles, lower than 95,734 miles on 4 Apr 2017.

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
72,191 miles · 13 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
748 miles
Average per year
2,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,939 miles
  • 2024 – 72,191 miles
  • 2019 – 71,215 miles
  • 2018 – 69,356 miles
  • 2017 – 95,734 miles
  • 2016 – 160,846 miles
  • 2015 – 146,874 miles
  • 2014 – 131,076 miles
  • 2013 – 117,264 miles
  • 2012 – 114,471 miles
  • 2011 – 109,329 miles
  • 2010 – 90,481 miles
  • 2009 – 73,501 miles
  • 2008 – 58,346 miles
  • 2007 – 40,365 miles
  • 2006 – 35,756 miles
  • 2005 – 17,136 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,939 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion Wheel Arch (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,939 miles (+748)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    72,939 miles
    Test number
    226700964952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass72,191 miles (+976)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    72,191 miles
    Test number
    109246256719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass71,215 miles (+1,859)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    71,215 miles
    Test number
    608244407782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass69,356 miles (-26,378)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    69,356 miles
    Test number
    647085460806
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage heavily undersealed

  5. Pass95,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    95,734 miles
    Test number
    234153325082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass98,734 miles (+3,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    98,734 miles
    Test number
    794597854600
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion Wheel Arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail95,696 miles (-65,150)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,696 miles
    Test number
    460827401147
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases BACK BOX (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion Wheel Arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass160,846 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    160,846 miles
    Test number
    621384319555
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

  9. Fail160,846 miles (+13,972)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,846 miles
    Test number
    493793153404
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

  10. Pass146,874 miles (+15,798)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    146,874 miles
    Test number
    755335415178
    • NoteRear seats removed

  11. Pass131,076 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    131,076 miles
    Test number
    429349224067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail130,993 miles (+13,729)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,993 miles
    Test number
    468043624085
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass117,264 miles (+2,793)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    117,264 miles
    Test number
    169065513435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass114,471 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    114,471 miles
    Test number
    615057612025
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail114,471 miles (+5,142)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,471 miles
    Test number
    128394312012
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass109,329 miles (+18,848)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    109,329 miles
    Test number
    905453911043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth front flexi hoses are starting to perish.

  17. Pass90,481 miles (+16,980)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    90,481 miles
    Test number
    274438320072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass73,501 miles (+15,155)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    73,501 miles
    Test number
    453438629037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass58,346 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    58,346 miles
    Test number
    954540538014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront power stearing pipes rusty
    • NoteNear side front head light small crack
    • NoteOff side front fog light broken

  20. Fail58,346 miles (+17,981)5 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,346 miles
    Test number
    631159528031
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront power stearing pipes rusty
    • NoteNear side front head light small crack
    • NoteOff side front fog light broken

  21. Pass40,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    40,365 miles
    Test number
    293897617093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,365 miles (+4,609)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,365 miles
    Test number
    311295417067
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  23. Pass35,756 miles (+18,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    35,756 miles
    Test number
    451785596194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass17,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    17,136 miles
    Test number
    821711985192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 NSL

Does S40 NSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 NSL is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 NSL?
The MOT on S40 NSL is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 NSL done?
S40 NSL was recorded at 72,939 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 2,668 miles a year.
Has S40 NSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 NSL has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on S40 NSL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 21 Mar 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S40 NSL find?
S40 NSL passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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