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Ford Fiesta

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,242 cc

S46 FARMOT history

S46 FAR is a silver petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 100,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2025
Mileage
100,116 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2024
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,552 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S46 FAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S46 FAR was last recorded at 100,116 miles on 29 Jul 2024, 1,397 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
98,719 miles · 6 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
1,397 miles
Average per year
2,552 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 100,116 miles
  • 2023 – 98,719 miles
  • 2022 – 97,106 miles
  • 2021 – 95,905 miles
  • 2020 – 94,097 miles
  • 2019 – 91,544 miles
  • 2018 – 89,088 miles
  • 2017 – 86,666 miles
  • 2016 – 84,020 miles
  • 2015 – 80,914 miles
  • 2014 – 78,206 miles
  • 2013 – 75,733 miles
  • 2012 – 73,179 miles
  • 2011 – 70,107 miles
  • 2010 – 67,084 miles
  • 2009 – 64,901 miles
  • 2008 – 61,835 miles
  • 2007 – 58,767 miles
  • 2006 – 53,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,116 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Arch has corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 wheel arch corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Exhaust rear section deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,116 miles (+1,397)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    100,116 miles
    Test number
    490254757155
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Arch has corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass98,719 miles (+1,613)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    98,719 miles
    Test number
    730204514196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Arch has corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass97,106 miles (+1,201)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    97,106 miles
    Test number
    197029568836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner Sill (repairs have been made covered with heavy sealant) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Pass95,905 miles (+1,808)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,905 miles
    Test number
    891069058794
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise inner and outersills corroding
    • AdvisoryAdvise near side rear arch corroding
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear exhaust box small blow

  5. Pass94,097 miles (+2,553)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    94,097 miles
    Test number
    523587183079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass91,544 miles (+2,456)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    91,544 miles
    Test number
    838458459039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear section deteriorating

  7. Pass89,088 miles (+2,422)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,088 miles
    Test number
    802095971847
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer sill close to corrosion limit
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel arch corroded

  8. Pass86,666 miles (+2,646)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    86,666 miles
    Test number
    814956354755
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake slightly low performance

  9. Pass84,020 miles (+3,106)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    84,020 miles
    Test number
    351968033633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear section deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill close to corrosion limit

  10. Pass80,914 miles (+2,708)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    80,914 miles
    Test number
    655615055112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass78,206 miles (+2,473)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    78,206 miles
    Test number
    585434864184
    • NoteOffside outer sill slightly corroded

  12. Pass75,733 miles (+2,554)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    75,733 miles
    Test number
    276281373128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear outer sills close to corrosion limit

  13. Pass73,179 miles (+3,072)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    73,179 miles
    Test number
    226690182176
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass70,107 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,107 miles
    Test number
    425370661109
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres splitting in treads

  15. Fail70,107 miles (+3,023)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,107 miles
    Test number
    866560161119
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres splitting in treads

  16. Pass67,084 miles (+2,183)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    67,084 miles
    Test number
    560016360140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,901 miles (+3,066)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    64,901 miles
    Test number
    512416869152
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  18. Pass61,835 miles (+3,068)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    61,835 miles
    Test number
    211345188445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass58,767 miles (+4,807)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    58,767 miles
    Test number
    753979177199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    53,960 miles
    Test number
    912610986190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S46 FAR

Does S46 FAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S46 FAR expired on 3 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S46 FAR?
The MOT on S46 FAR expired on 3 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S46 FAR done?
S46 FAR was recorded at 100,116 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2024, an average of 2,552 miles a year.
Has S46 FAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S46 FAR has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2011.
Has the mileage on S46 FAR 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 S46 FAR find?
S46 FAR passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes, and 4 more.

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