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Ford KA

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,299 cc

S74 RDBMOT history

S74 RDB is a blue petrol Ford KA first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 47,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
47,912 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
602 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S74 RDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S74 RDB was last recorded at 47,912 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,911 miles · 2 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
602 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,912 miles
  • 2021 – 47,450 miles
  • 2020 – 47,226 miles
  • 2014 – 46,973 miles
  • 2013 – 44,783 miles
  • 2012 – 42,364 miles
  • 2011 – 39,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,912 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ALSO, ALL SHOCK- ABSORBERS, COIL SPRINGS, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

11 tests since 14 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,912 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    47,912 miles
    Test number
    805007497295
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ALSO, ALL SHOCK- ABSORBERS, COIL SPRINGS, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail47,911 miles (+461)6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,911 miles
    Test number
    135872212582
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low VERY LOW. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken BROKEN. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low VERY LOW. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting OUTER SILL, CORROSION. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ALSO, ALL SHOCK- ABSORBERS, COIL SPRINGS, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass47,450 miles (+224)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    47,450 miles
    Test number
    654533016755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass47,226 miles (+253)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    47,226 miles
    Test number
    872236138268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass46,973 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    46,973 miles
    Test number
    865086644285
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  6. Fail46,973 miles (+2,190)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,973 miles
    Test number
    305625144413
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  7. Pass44,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    44,783 miles
    Test number
    218053333213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail44,783 miles (+2,419)1 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,783 miles
    Test number
    358472633274
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  9. Pass42,364 miles (+3,222)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    42,364 miles
    Test number
    355831742453
    • NoteParkbrake travel close too limit travel

  10. Pass39,142 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    39,142 miles
    Test number
    626909991188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail39,138 miles12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,138 miles
    Test number
    429065891107
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about S74 RDB

Does S74 RDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S74 RDB is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S74 RDB?
The MOT on S74 RDB is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S74 RDB done?
S74 RDB was recorded at 47,912 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 602 miles a year.
Has S74 RDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S74 RDB has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S74 RDB 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 S74 RDB find?
S74 RDB passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: central rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also, all shock- absorbers, coil springs, corroded..

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