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Fiat Coupe

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,998 cc

S54 BWHMOT history

S54 BWH is a blue petrol Fiat Coupe first used on 21 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 60,236 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Dec 2023
Mileage
60,236 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S54 BWH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Coupe
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S54 BWH was last recorded at 60,236 miles on 14 Dec 2023, 686 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Nov 2013: 40,421 miles, lower than 404,721 miles on 11 Nov 2013.

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
59,550 miles · 9 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
686 miles
Average per year
2,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 60,236 miles
  • 2022 – 59,550 miles
  • 2021 – 58,880 miles
  • 2020 – 58,126 miles
  • 2019 – 56,585 miles
  • 2018 – 54,745 miles
  • 2017 – 53,123 miles
  • 2016 – 50,898 miles
  • 2015 – 49,219 miles
  • 2014 – 44,863 miles
  • 2013 – 40,421 miles
  • 2012 – 34,363 miles
  • 2011 – 32,801 miles
  • 2010 – 31,873 miles
  • 2009 – 28,928 miles
  • 2008 – 23,504 miles
  • 2007 – 20,581 miles
  • 2006 – 19,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail60,236 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Excess corrosion within 30cm of subframe mounting (inner wing lower) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorRear Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorRear Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail60,236 miles (+686)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,236 miles
    Test number
    489368919748
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Excess corrosion within 30cm of subframe mounting (inner wing lower) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass59,550 miles (+670)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    59,550 miles
    Test number
    759058780948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass58,880 miles (+754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    58,880 miles
    Test number
    897767459291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass58,126 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    58,126 miles
    Test number
    126572311705
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail58,126 miles (+1,541)2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,126 miles
    Test number
    285086999530
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass56,585 miles (+1,840)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    56,585 miles
    Test number
    394891336938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,745 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    54,745 miles
    Test number
    446151785564
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  8. Fail54,722 miles (+1,599)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,722 miles
    Test number
    828459734260
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing , chassis (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing , chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  9. Pass53,123 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    53,123 miles
    Test number
    492356077522
    • AdvisoryBad oil leak from engine

  10. Fail53,123 miles (+2,225)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,123 miles
    Test number
    638542469939
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBad oil leak from engine

  11. Pass50,898 miles (+1,679)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    50,898 miles
    Test number
    415961933340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,219 miles (+4,356)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    49,219 miles
    Test number
    986336849440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,863 miles (+4,442)1 dangerous1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    44,863 miles
    Test number
    105671724380
    • DangerousN/S/R tyre has cracks to sidewall. inner edge unsafe
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre has cracks to sidewall but does not expose any cords
    • NoteO/S/R tyre has cracks to sidewall but does not expose any cords

  14. Pass40,421 miles (-364,300)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    40,421 miles
    Test number
    577577613350
    • NoteSeveral cracks on nearside rear tyre. no cords exposed

  15. Fail404,721 miles (+370,358)2 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    404,721 miles
    Test number
    239315613326
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSeveral cracks on nearside rear tyre. no cords exposed

  16. Pass34,363 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    34,363 miles
    Test number
    567749312381
    • NoteBoth rear tyres sidewalls cracked but not deep enough to expose any cords

  17. Fail34,363 miles (+1,562)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,363 miles
    Test number
    787189612340
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres sidewalls cracked but not deep enough to expose any cords

  18. Pass32,801 miles (+928)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    32,801 miles
    Test number
    776878111390
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inside edge
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass31,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    31,873 miles
    Test number
    762312220322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail31,873 miles (+2,945)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,873 miles
    Test number
    233021420353
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass28,928 miles (+5,424)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    28,928 miles
    Test number
    640861429390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,504 miles (+2,923)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    23,504 miles
    Test number
    170091068206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,581 miles (+987)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    20,581 miles
    Test number
    750451767219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    19,594 miles
    Test number
    681125066261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S54 BWH

Does S54 BWH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S54 BWH expired on 9 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S54 BWH?
The MOT on S54 BWH expired on 9 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S54 BWH done?
S54 BWH was recorded at 60,236 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2023, an average of 2,359 miles a year.
Has S54 BWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S54 BWH has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on S54 BWH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Nov 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S54 BWH find?
S54 BWH failed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2023 with 4 major defects and 1 advisory: offside front inner subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength excess corrosion within 30cm of subframe mounting (inner wing lower); rear exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; rear exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 2 more.

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