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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,242 cc

S725 JCFMOT history

S725 JCF is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 94,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2026
Mileage
94,009 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,324 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S725 JCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S725 JCF was last recorded at 94,009 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 1,507 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,502 miles · 25 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,507 miles
Average per year
3,324 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,009 miles
  • 2025 – 92,502 miles
  • 2024 – 89,649 miles
  • 2023 – 82,647 miles
  • 2022 – 81,051 miles
  • 2021 – 77,180 miles
  • 2020 – 74,196 miles
  • 2019 – 74,120 miles
  • 2018 – 71,106 miles
  • 2017 – 68,473 miles
  • 2016 – 65,488 miles
  • 2015 – 61,863 miles
  • 2014 – 58,249 miles
  • 2013 – 55,040 miles
  • 2012 – 50,706 miles
  • 2011 – 46,297 miles
  • 2010 – 41,059 miles
  • 2009 – 37,926 miles
  • 2008 – 34,589 miles
  • 2007 – 31,728 miles
  • 2006 – 27,842 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,009 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/arch inner outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder body, sills corroded both sides inner & outer

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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • O,s,r arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail94,009 miles (+1,507)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,009 miles
    Test number
    140139796482
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/arch inner outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body, sills corroded both sides inner & outer

  2. Pass92,502 miles (+2,853)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    92,502 miles
    Test number
    209172816536
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,649 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    89,649 miles
    Test number
    452585432060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail89,647 miles (+7,000)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,647 miles
    Test number
    990179815393
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass82,647 miles (+1,596)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    82,647 miles
    Test number
    221143941168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,051 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    81,051 miles
    Test number
    158850231465
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail81,051 miles (+3,871)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,051 miles
    Test number
    993861993500
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass77,180 miles (+2,984)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    77,180 miles
    Test number
    480338783615
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass74,196 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,196 miles
    Test number
    661141538036
    • AdvisoryO,s,r arch corroded

  10. Fail74,196 miles (+76)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,196 miles
    Test number
    284466278043
    • DangerousOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO,s,r arch corroded

  11. Pass74,120 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    74,120 miles
    Test number
    881422172496
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Fail74,120 miles (+3,014)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,120 miles
    Test number
    442840051990
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear 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 Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Pass71,106 miles (+2,633)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    71,106 miles
    Test number
    827702803922
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted at time of test preventing full inspection of brake pads

  14. Pass68,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    68,473 miles
    Test number
    588906395171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,471 miles (+2,983)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,471 miles
    Test number
    567836615186
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass65,488 miles (+3,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    65,488 miles
    Test number
    337091852484
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass61,863 miles (+3,614)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    61,863 miles
    Test number
    945986515077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,249 miles (+3,209)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    58,249 miles
    Test number
    399895614062
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass55,040 miles (+4,334)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    55,040 miles
    Test number
    697727213024
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass50,706 miles (+4,409)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    50,706 miles
    Test number
    179117312453
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NoteNsr tyre inner edge wearing
    • NoteOsr tyre inner edge wearing

  21. Pass46,297 miles (+5,238)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    46,297 miles
    Test number
    999697911028
    • NoteNsf osf discs rusty
    • NoteNsf osf tyre edges wearing

  22. Pass41,059 miles (+3,133)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    41,059 miles
    Test number
    294504010023
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass37,926 miles (+3,337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,926 miles
    Test number
    631593719066
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  24. Pass34,589 miles (+2,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    34,589 miles
    Test number
    171226918041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  25. Pass31,728 miles (+3,886)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    31,728 miles
    Test number
    162851157040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,842 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    27,842 miles
    Test number
    440883656019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail27,842 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,842 miles
    Test number
    744862256019
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about S725 JCF

Does S725 JCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S725 JCF expired on 31 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S725 JCF?
The MOT on S725 JCF expired on 31 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S725 JCF done?
S725 JCF was recorded at 94,009 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 3,324 miles a year.
Has S725 JCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S725 JCF has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S725 JCF 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 S725 JCF find?
S725 JCF failed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with 2 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/arch inner outer; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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