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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,242 cc

S798 BWYMOT history

S798 BWY is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 16 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2023 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 56,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2023
Mileage
56,144 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2022
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S798 BWY
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
16 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S798 BWY was last recorded at 56,144 miles on 7 Sept 2022, 101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,043 miles · 6 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
101 miles
Average per year
2,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 56,144 miles
  • 2021 – 45,769 miles
  • 2020 – 40,348 miles
  • 2019 – 34,936 miles
  • 2018 – 28,028 miles
  • 2017 – 21,141 miles
  • 2016 – 21,027 miles
  • 2012 – 19,485 miles
  • 2011 – 18,938 miles
  • 2010 – 18,780 miles
  • 2009 – 18,421 miles
  • 2008 – 18,172 miles
  • 2007 – 17,821 miles
  • 2006 – 17,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,144 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Engine coolant level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,144 miles (+101)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    56,144 miles
    Test number
    336072224560
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail56,043 miles (+10,274)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,043 miles
    Test number
    864391385412
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass45,769 miles (+5,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    45,769 miles
    Test number
    493091868099
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases close to excess passed emission (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass40,348 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    40,348 miles
    Test number
    764186680642
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail40,345 miles (+5,409)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,345 miles
    Test number
    670358453599
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass34,936 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    34,936 miles
    Test number
    985453858904
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant level low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Rear brake readings low (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear suspension trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail34,935 miles (+6,907)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,935 miles
    Test number
    369315109353
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Nearside front suspension bottom arm ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Nearside rear flexible hose to master cylinder, adjacent to rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSpare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant level low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Rear brake readings low (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear suspension trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass28,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    28,028 miles
    Test number
    937420616451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail28,028 miles (+6,887)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,028 miles
    Test number
    586719110314
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Nearside front suspension arm ball joint cover holed and split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass21,141 miles (+114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    21,141 miles
    Test number
    957519436025
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass21,027 miles (+1,542)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    21,027 miles
    Test number
    749459108975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass19,485 miles (+547)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    19,485 miles
    Test number
    239074002423
    • NoteNSR Tyre Tread Depth Low On Inner Edge

  13. Pass18,938 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    18,938 miles
    Test number
    796524881040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass18,780 miles (+359)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    18,780 miles
    Test number
    773602200140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass18,421 miles (+249)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    18,421 miles
    Test number
    400365509116
    • NoteNearside rear brake pipe slightly corroded

  16. Pass18,172 miles (+351)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    18,172 miles
    Test number
    691707908104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,821 miles (+437)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    17,821 miles
    Test number
    164517087034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    17,384 miles
    Test number
    734775796067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S798 BWY

Does S798 BWY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S798 BWY expired on 30 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S798 BWY?
The MOT on S798 BWY expired on 30 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S798 BWY done?
S798 BWY was recorded at 56,144 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2022, an average of 2,360 miles a year.
Has S798 BWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S798 BWY has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S798 BWY 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 BWY find?
S798 BWY passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2022 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front hydraulic leak, but not excessive; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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