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Ford Fiesta

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,242 cc

S82 UTUMOT history

S82 UTU is a red petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 28 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 62,520 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2027
Mileage
62,520 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,974 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S82 UTU
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
28 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S82 UTU was last recorded at 62,520 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,511 miles · 19 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
1,974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,520 miles
  • 2025 – 60,498 miles
  • 2024 – 58,853 miles
  • 2023 – 56,509 miles
  • 2022 – 54,048 miles
  • 2021 – 52,036 miles
  • 2020 – 50,499 miles
  • 2019 – 48,681 miles
  • 2018 – 42,311 miles
  • 2017 – 35,145 miles
  • 2016 – 30,046 miles
  • 2015 – 26,048 miles
  • 2013 – 26,029 miles
  • 2011 – 26,006 miles
  • 2010 – 25,676 miles
  • 2009 – 25,049 miles
  • 2008 – 24,331 miles
  • 2007 – 23,961 miles
  • 2006 – 22,903 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,520 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower wheel arch corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower wheel arch corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front slight play in both top mounts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,520 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    62,520 miles
    Test number
    115055081758
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower wheel arch corroded

  2. Fail62,511 miles (+2,013)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,511 miles
    Test number
    927572945066
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower wheel arch corroded

  3. Pass60,498 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    60,498 miles
    Test number
    153595526126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail60,492 miles (+1,639)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,492 miles
    Test number
    434923059218
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass58,853 miles (+2,344)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    58,853 miles
    Test number
    691548540200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass56,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    56,509 miles
    Test number
    471738966298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail56,509 miles (+2,461)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,509 miles
    Test number
    969168933918
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box has major leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both rear inner sills/trailing arms (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass54,048 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    54,048 miles
    Test number
    223991173164
    • AdvisoryFront slight play in both top mounts
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  9. Fail54,048 miles (+2,012)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,048 miles
    Test number
    981290910928
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront slight play in both top mounts
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  10. Pass52,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    52,036 miles
    Test number
    719050875662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail52,036 miles (+1,537)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,036 miles
    Test number
    918354075279
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass50,499 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    50,499 miles
    Test number
    110390004271
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail50,499 miles (+1,818)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,499 miles
    Test number
    580881624239
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass48,681 miles (+6,370)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    48,681 miles
    Test number
    713074702678
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass42,311 miles (+7,166)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    42,311 miles
    Test number
    100357270818
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass35,145 miles (+5,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    35,145 miles
    Test number
    559056005973
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass30,046 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    30,046 miles
    Test number
    198235397795
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail30,035 miles (+3,987)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,035 miles
    Test number
    154481658406
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass26,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    26,048 miles
    Test number
    326928295190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,048 miles (+19)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,048 miles
    Test number
    635908395181
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass26,029 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    26,029 miles
    Test number
    978221763155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,006 miles (+330)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    26,006 miles
    Test number
    196741711364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass25,676 miles (+627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    25,676 miles
    Test number
    631712040370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass25,049 miles (+718)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    25,049 miles
    Test number
    114681229356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,331 miles (+370)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    24,331 miles
    Test number
    494887638461
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass23,961 miles (+1,058)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,961 miles
    Test number
    914490477247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Fail22,903 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,903 miles
    Test number
    333399766207
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

  28. Pass22,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    22,903 miles
    Test number
    734678866223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S82 UTU

Does S82 UTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S82 UTU is valid until 27 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S82 UTU?
The MOT on S82 UTU is valid until 27 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S82 UTU done?
S82 UTU was recorded at 62,520 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 1,974 miles a year.
Has S82 UTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S82 UTU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S82 UTU 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 S82 UTU find?
S82 UTU passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear lower wheel arch corroded; offside rear lower wheel arch corroded.

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