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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,242 cc

S798 BUAMOT history

S798 BUA is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 15 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 41,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Aug 2023
Mileage
41,124 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S798 BUA
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
15 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S798 BUA was last recorded at 41,124 miles on 12 Aug 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,124 miles · 10 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 41,124 miles
  • 2021 – 40,867 miles
  • 2020 – 40,508 miles
  • 2019 – 38,605 miles
  • 2018 – 36,504 miles
  • 2017 – 35,446 miles
  • 2016 – 34,086 miles
  • 2015 – 32,180 miles
  • 2014 – 30,855 miles
  • 2013 – 29,716 miles
  • 2012 – 28,628 miles
  • 2011 – 27,729 miles
  • 2010 – 26,994 miles
  • 2009 – 26,281 miles
  • 2008 – 25,532 miles
  • 2007 – 24,659 miles
  • 2006 – 23,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,124 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH REAR WHEEL ARCH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SIL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass41,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    41,124 miles
    Test number
    525811203353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail41,124 miles (+257)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,124 miles
    Test number
    875441196845
    • DangerousNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass40,867 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    40,867 miles
    Test number
    429957630537
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail40,866 miles (+358)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,866 miles
    Test number
    754216951156
    • MajorNearside Front Outer 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 sil (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 sil (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass40,508 miles (+1,903)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    40,508 miles
    Test number
    696909855337
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass38,605 miles (+9)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    38,605 miles
    Test number
    873669037740
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH REAR WHEEL ARCH (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SIL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail38,596 miles (+2,092)3 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,596 miles
    Test number
    130412637771
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH REAR WHEEL ARCH (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SIL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass36,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    36,504 miles
    Test number
    508543511491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail36,504 miles (+1,058)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,504 miles
    Test number
    673963791454
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass35,446 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    35,446 miles
    Test number
    365167493163
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

  11. Fail35,446 miles (+1,360)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,446 miles
    Test number
    366545364444
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

  12. Pass34,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    34,086 miles
    Test number
    306415389629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail34,086 miles (+1,906)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,086 miles
    Test number
    919603611152
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle exhaust (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass32,180 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    32,180 miles
    Test number
    947612025246
    • NoteN/s/r tyre slight cracks on inner edge

  15. Fail32,180 miles (+1,325)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,180 miles
    Test number
    626202725291
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre slight cracks on inner edge

  16. Pass30,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    30,855 miles
    Test number
    316669814497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail30,855 miles (+1,139)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,855 miles
    Test number
    448349214205
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass29,716 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    29,716 miles
    Test number
    698688713226
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBolt broken in front of exhaust also front exhaust flexi detiorated.
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes have slight play.
    • NoteKeep an eye on both rear tyres. 2.5mm on nearside rear and 4mm on offside rear. also both rear tyres perishing.

  19. Fail29,716 miles (+1,088)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,716 miles
    Test number
    495998913256
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBolt broken in front of exhaust also front exhaust flexi detiorated.
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes have slight play.
    • NoteKeep an eye on both rear tyres. 2.5mm on nearside rear and 4mm on offside rear. also both rear tyres perishing.

  20. Pass28,628 miles (+899)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    28,628 miles
    Test number
    528438592121
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass27,729 miles (+735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    27,729 miles
    Test number
    277195211229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass26,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    26,994 miles
    Test number
    472581920217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail26,994 miles (+713)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,994 miles
    Test number
    961551420285
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass26,281 miles (+749)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    26,281 miles
    Test number
    663299819289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass25,532 miles (+873)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    25,532 miles
    Test number
    810401428220
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  26. Pass24,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    24,659 miles
    Test number
    621071217225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail24,659 miles (+807)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,659 miles
    Test number
    162411917264
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  28. Pass23,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    23,852 miles
    Test number
    341682226419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail23,852 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,852 miles
    Test number
    581102926282
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)

Questions about S798 BUA

Does S798 BUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S798 BUA expired on 13 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S798 BUA?
The MOT on S798 BUA expired on 13 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S798 BUA done?
S798 BUA was recorded at 41,124 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2022, an average of 1,079 miles a year.
Has S798 BUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S798 BUA has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on S798 BUA 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 S798 BUA find?
S798 BUA passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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