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Ford Fiesta

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,299 cc

S86 DARMOT history

S86 DAR is a blue petrol Ford Fiesta first used on 18 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2022 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 25,552 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2022
Mileage
25,552 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S86 DAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Fiesta
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
18 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S86 DAR was last recorded at 25,552 miles on 6 Dec 2022, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Aug 2014: 1,981 miles, lower than 96,983 miles on 17 Aug 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
25,529 miles · 6 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
23 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 25,552 miles
  • 2021 – 22,994 miles
  • 2020 – 21,316 miles
  • 2019 – 18,045 miles
  • 2018 – 15,359 miles
  • 2017 – 12,492 miles
  • 2016 – 9,251 miles
  • 2015 – 6,475 miles
  • 2014 – 1,982 miles
  • 2013 – 96,983 miles
  • 2012 – 92,369 miles
  • 2011 – 87,377 miles
  • 2010 – 80,553 miles
  • 2009 – 75,260 miles
  • 2008 – 69,710 miles
  • 2007 – 65,030 miles
  • 2006 – 59,305 miles
  • 2005 – 55,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail25,552 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

27 tests since 23 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail25,552 miles (+23)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,552 miles
    Test number
    217062786272
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail25,529 miles (+2,535)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,529 miles
    Test number
    350250720842
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (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 Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass22,994 miles (+1,678)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    22,994 miles
    Test number
    108407274508
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass21,316 miles (+3,271)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    21,316 miles
    Test number
    657722320086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass18,045 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    18,045 miles
    Test number
    919332576621
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Rear arches & both sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail18,045 miles (+2,686)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,045 miles
    Test number
    746587671522
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Rear arches & both sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass15,359 miles (+2,867)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    15,359 miles
    Test number
    705245038213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to calliper hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass12,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    12,492 miles
    Test number
    535077537675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail12,492 miles (+3,241)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,492 miles
    Test number
    743233587246
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  10. Pass9,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    9,251 miles
    Test number
    886204471095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail9,251 miles (+2,776)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,251 miles
    Test number
    760875984363
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box assy (7.1.2)

  12. Pass6,475 miles (+4,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    6,475 miles
    Test number
    933746693396
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake performance slightly low

  13. Pass1,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    1,982 miles
    Test number
    188075024225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail1,981 miles (-95,002)5 failures1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,981 miles
    Test number
    149745724249
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteN/side front outer tyre tread near bald
    • NotePoor headlight beam outputs (border line pass)

  15. Pass96,983 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    96,983 miles
    Test number
    348869723497
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low tread 3mm

  16. Fail96,983 miles (+4,614)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,983 miles
    Test number
    105159923241
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low tread 3mm

  17. Pass92,369 miles (+4,992)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    92,369 miles
    Test number
    698731622271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,377 miles (+6,824)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    87,377 miles
    Test number
    316422731416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass80,553 miles (+5,293)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    80,553 miles
    Test number
    843596010248
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront tyres low tread
    • NoteFuel cleaner advised
    • NoteInner face of both brake discs pitted

  20. Fail75,260 miles3 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,260 miles
    Test number
    322499929221
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Note4 x w x a advised
    • NoteFuel cleaner advised
    • NoteLight inner disc face wear noted

  21. Pass75,260 miles (+5,550)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    75,260 miles
    Test number
    361009129289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Note4 x w x a advised
    • NoteFuel cleaner advised
    • NoteLight inner disc face wear noted

  22. Pass69,710 miles (+4,680)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    69,710 miles
    Test number
    842753438222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass65,030 miles (+5,725)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    65,030 miles
    Test number
    981734137278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    59,305 miles
    Test number
    454020336274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail59,305 miles (+4,083)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,305 miles
    Test number
    871660836287
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass55,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    55,222 miles
    Test number
    473885335222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail55,222 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,222 miles
    Test number
    381565235293
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • NoteFront b/discs corrosion started †n/s/rear tyre tread rippled †o/s/rer outer tyre wall scuffed †engine oil filler cap broken tube †no plate light worked when tapped o/side

Questions about S86 DAR

Does S86 DAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S86 DAR expired on 1 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S86 DAR?
The MOT on S86 DAR expired on 1 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S86 DAR done?
S86 DAR was recorded at 25,552 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2022.
Has S86 DAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S86 DAR has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on S86 DAR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Aug 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S86 DAR find?
S86 DAR failed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2022 with 6 major defects: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside rear macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired, and 3 more.

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