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Ford Fiesta

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,388 cc

S53 FGDMOT history

S53 FGD is a silver petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 24 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 45,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
45,826 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,226 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S53 FGD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,388 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
24 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S53 FGD was last recorded at 45,826 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 1,633 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,193 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,633 miles
Average per year
1,226 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,826 miles
  • 2025 – 44,193 miles
  • 2024 – 42,874 miles
  • 2023 – 42,705 miles
  • 2022 – 42,523 miles
  • 2021 – 41,819 miles
  • 2020 – 41,387 miles
  • 2019 – 40,844 miles
  • 2018 – 40,519 miles
  • 2017 – 40,122 miles
  • 2016 – 39,649 miles
  • 2015 – 39,078 miles
  • 2014 – 37,650 miles
  • 2013 – 36,311 miles
  • 2012 – 35,120 miles
  • 2011 – 33,617 miles
  • 2010 – 31,824 miles
  • 2009 – 29,756 miles
  • 2008 – 27,326 miles
  • 2007 – 24,841 miles
  • 2006 – 22,344 miles
  • 2005 – 20,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,826 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

30 tests since 17 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,826 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    45,826 miles
    Test number
    194402406145
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail45,826 miles (+1,633)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,826 miles
    Test number
    359180415174
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass44,193 miles (+1,319)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    44,193 miles
    Test number
    671538674573
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass42,874 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    42,874 miles
    Test number
    403838797001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass42,705 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    42,705 miles
    Test number
    845530119424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass42,523 miles (+704)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    42,523 miles
    Test number
    823010394936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass41,819 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    41,819 miles
    Test number
    309128143366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail41,819 miles (+432)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,819 miles
    Test number
    623828522529
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass41,387 miles (+543)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    41,387 miles
    Test number
    228250266546
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight ovality nearside front disc

  10. Pass40,844 miles (+325)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    40,844 miles
    Test number
    653087837340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,519 miles (+397)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    40,519 miles
    Test number
    594877108423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,122 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    40,122 miles
    Test number
    156903947123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail40,113 miles (+464)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,113 miles
    Test number
    943148190333
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass39,649 miles (+571)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    39,649 miles
    Test number
    271860099932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    39,078 miles
    Test number
    376822002082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail39,078 miles (+1,428)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,078 miles
    Test number
    104670955946
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  17. Fail37,650 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,650 miles
    Test number
    567872884252
    • Repaired at testNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • 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)

  18. Pass37,650 miles (+1,339)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    37,650 miles
    Test number
    679982884283
    • 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)

  19. Fail36,311 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,311 miles
    Test number
    297709583260
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  20. Pass36,311 miles (+1,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    36,311 miles
    Test number
    348559983495
    • 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)

  21. Pass35,120 miles (+1,503)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    35,120 miles
    Test number
    865876872234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,617 miles (+1,793)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    33,617 miles
    Test number
    606873791267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    31,824 miles
    Test number
    184210570244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail31,824 miles (+2,068)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,824 miles
    Test number
    860090570201
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  25. Pass29,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    29,756 miles
    Test number
    270858089230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail29,756 miles (+2,430)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,756 miles
    Test number
    683198589274
    • DangerousOffside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

  27. Pass27,326 miles (+2,485)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    27,326 miles
    Test number
    542597898203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,841 miles (+2,497)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    24,841 miles
    Test number
    873299987211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass22,344 miles (+2,261)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    22,344 miles
    Test number
    482349486240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass20,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    20,083 miles
    Test number
    853340795231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S53 FGD

Does S53 FGD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S53 FGD is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S53 FGD?
The MOT on S53 FGD is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S53 FGD done?
S53 FGD was recorded at 45,826 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 1,226 miles a year.
Has S53 FGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S53 FGD has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S53 FGD 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 S53 FGD find?
S53 FGD passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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