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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,242 cc

S793 MESMOT history

S793 MES is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 30 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 27 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 65,078 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Apr 2025
Mileage
65,078 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,829 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S793 MES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S793 MES was last recorded at 65,078 miles on 22 Apr 2024, 3,625 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,453 miles · 28 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
3,625 miles
Average per year
1,829 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 65,078 miles
  • 2023 – 61,453 miles
  • 2020 – 50,031 miles
  • 2019 – 49,680 miles
  • 2018 – 49,176 miles
  • 2017 – 48,870 miles
  • 2016 – 48,277 miles
  • 2015 – 47,751 miles
  • 2014 – 46,786 miles
  • 2013 – 45,386 miles
  • 2012 – 43,782 miles
  • 2011 – 41,783 miles
  • 2010 – 40,169 miles
  • 2009 – 38,844 miles
  • 2008 – 37,172 miles
  • 2007 – 35,717 miles
  • 2006 – 34,125 miles
  • 2005 – 31,514 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,078 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Trailing arm mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Trailing arm mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,078 miles (+3,625)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    65,078 miles
    Test number
    765472064957
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Trailing arm mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Trailing arm mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass61,453 miles (+150)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    61,453 miles
    Test number
    970228937982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail61,303 miles (+11,272)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,303 miles
    Test number
    944630569129
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded holed in and existing repair (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced center sill corroded holed in an existing repair (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength corroded holed in an existing repair (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass50,031 miles (+351)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    50,031 miles
    Test number
    390894009286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass49,680 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    49,680 miles
    Test number
    778166780996
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail49,680 miles (+504)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,680 miles
    Test number
    667671393187
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill x2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass49,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    49,176 miles
    Test number
    178039924881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail49,176 miles (+306)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,176 miles
    Test number
    856439841174
    • MajorAll position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

  9. Pass48,870 miles (+593)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    48,870 miles
    Test number
    247572977718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    48,277 miles
    Test number
    122213153774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,277 miles (+526)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,277 miles
    Test number
    791853986367
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre sill (5.2.6)

  12. Pass47,751 miles (+965)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    47,751 miles
    Test number
    429055622243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    46,786 miles
    Test number
    477141334482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,786 miles (+1,400)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,786 miles
    Test number
    256611734391
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass45,386 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    45,386 miles
    Test number
    577033243392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Fail45,386 miles (+1,604)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,386 miles
    Test number
    628043443376
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass43,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    43,782 miles
    Test number
    485958332351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail43,782 miles (+1,999)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,782 miles
    Test number
    769988232323
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

  19. Pass41,783 miles (+1,614)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    41,783 miles
    Test number
    545992841333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,169 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    40,169 miles
    Test number
    754810040368
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail40,169 miles (+1,325)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,169 miles
    Test number
    873927530369
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass38,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    38,844 miles
    Test number
    512920859313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,843 miles (+1,671)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,843 miles
    Test number
    532220659345
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass37,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    37,172 miles
    Test number
    384927248342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail37,171 miles (+1,454)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,171 miles
    Test number
    384137248378
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass35,717 miles (+1,592)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    35,717 miles
    Test number
    371062357349
    • DangerousOil leak
    • NoteOil onto inner wheel

  27. Pass34,125 miles (+2,611)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    34,125 miles
    Test number
    254017746356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass31,514 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    31,514 miles
    Test number
    593539845399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust lose at r/ silencer.

Questions about S793 MES

Does S793 MES currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S793 MES expired on 27 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S793 MES?
The MOT on S793 MES expired on 27 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S793 MES done?
S793 MES was recorded at 65,078 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2024, an average of 1,829 miles a year.
Has S793 MES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S793 MES has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on S793 MES 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 S793 MES find?
S793 MES passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2024 with 10 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 7 more.

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