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Ford Fiesta

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,242 cc

S53 VOPMOT history

S53 VOP is a green petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 3,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2024
Mileage
3,569 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S53 VOP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S53 VOP was last recorded at 3,569 miles on 10 Oct 2023, 3,476 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Oct 2022: 93 miles, lower than 99,984 miles on 7 Oct 2022.

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
93 miles · 14 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
3,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 3,569 miles
  • 2022 – 93 miles
  • 2021 – 95,807 miles
  • 2020 – 93,092 miles
  • 2019 – 88,050 miles
  • 2018 – 83,447 miles
  • 2017 – 78,383 miles
  • 2016 – 73,974 miles
  • 2015 – 68,401 miles
  • 2014 – 62,613 miles
  • 2013 – 55,051 miles
  • 2012 – 51,116 miles
  • 2011 – 47,123 miles
  • 2010 – 43,230 miles
  • 2009 – 39,641 miles
  • 2008 – 35,553 miles
  • 2007 – 31,399 miles
  • 2006 – 26,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass3,569 miles
  • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass3,569 miles (+3,476)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    3,569 miles
    Test number
    909724264409
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass93 miles (-99,891)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    93 miles
    Test number
    186389139990
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail99,984 miles (+4,177)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,984 miles
    Test number
    581153168989
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass95,807 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    95,807 miles
    Test number
    653222949000
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has multiple cracks around outer sidewall

  5. Fail95,801 miles (+2,709)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,801 miles
    Test number
    809631040113
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has multiple cracks around outer sidewall

  6. Pass93,092 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    93,092 miles
    Test number
    237564114416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,091 miles (+3)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,091 miles
    Test number
    773955276441
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Fail93,088 miles (+5,038)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,088 miles
    Test number
    590683913457
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  9. Pass88,050 miles (+82)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    88,050 miles
    Test number
    806186364051
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail87,968 miles (+4,521)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,968 miles
    Test number
    401863341130
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury outer sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass83,447 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,447 miles
    Test number
    758640260002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail83,443 miles (+5,060)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,443 miles
    Test number
    605296778514
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 63% (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass78,383 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    78,383 miles
    Test number
    258297150933
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Fail78,379 miles (+4,405)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,379 miles
    Test number
    389508201064
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass73,974 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,974 miles
    Test number
    742359072720
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail73,974 miles (+5,573)9 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,974 miles
    Test number
    811734648794
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass68,401 miles (+5,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    68,401 miles
    Test number
    219987015451
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass62,613 miles (+7,562)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,613 miles
    Test number
    165016864492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,051 miles (+3,935)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,051 miles
    Test number
    308970003187
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass51,116 miles (+3,993)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    51,116 miles
    Test number
    696326262015
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteExhuast system centre to rear and rear silencer box becoming excessively deteriorated.
    • NoteFront service brake discs corroded, becoming excessively.
    • NoteService brake pipe to offside rear flexible hose corroded becoming excessively.
    • NoteSevice brake pipe nearside rear to flexible hose corroded becoming excessively.

  21. Pass47,123 miles (+3,893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,123 miles
    Test number
    116566161425
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass43,230 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,230 miles
    Test number
    152657460444
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail43,230 miles (+3,589)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,230 miles
    Test number
    540937160030
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass39,641 miles (+4,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    39,641 miles
    Test number
    324313569026
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass35,553 miles (+4,154)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    35,553 miles
    Test number
    663647668031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass31,399 miles (+4,913)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    31,399 miles
    Test number
    603417967027
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass26,486 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    26,486 miles
    Test number
    104019066463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about S53 VOP

Does S53 VOP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S53 VOP expired on 15 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S53 VOP?
The MOT on S53 VOP expired on 15 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S53 VOP done?
S53 VOP was recorded at 3,569 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2023.
Has S53 VOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S53 VOP has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on S53 VOP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Oct 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S53 VOP find?
S53 VOP passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: obligatory mirror slightly loose; nearside outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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