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Grey · Petrol · 2000 · 1,998 cc

V730 FTEMOT history

V730 FTE is a grey petrol Fiat Coupe first used on 10 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 131,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2025
Mileage
131,042 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,314 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V730 FTE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Coupe
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
10 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2025
Latest MOT test
3 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V730 FTE was last recorded at 131,042 miles on 3 May 2024, 705 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Aug 2018: 123,022 miles, lower than 126,203 miles on 14 Apr 2017.

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
130,337 miles · 24 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
705 miles
Average per year
3,314 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 131,042 miles
  • 2022 – 130,337 miles
  • 2021 – 129,827 miles
  • 2020 – 128,383 miles
  • 2019 – 126,753 miles
  • 2018 – 123,107 miles
  • 2017 – 126,203 miles
  • 2016 – 119,821 miles
  • 2015 – 116,464 miles
  • 2014 – 109,918 miles
  • 2013 – 103,189 miles
  • 2012 – 97,835 miles
  • 2011 – 94,928 miles
  • 2009 – 89,766 miles
  • 2008 – 83,125 miles
  • 2007 – 71,978 miles
  • 2006 – 70,616 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,042 miles
  • AdvisoryFloor pans has corrosion
  • AdvisoryFront subframe has corrosion
  • AdvisoryRear axle/subframe has corossion
  • AdvisoryRear brake dis backing plates corroded

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,042 miles (+705)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    131,042 miles
    Test number
    863803610403
    • AdvisoryFloor pans has corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront subframe has corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear axle/subframe has corossion
    • AdvisoryRear brake dis backing plates corroded

  2. Pass130,337 miles (+13)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    130,337 miles
    Test number
    761935377862
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail130,324 miles (+497)1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,324 miles
    Test number
    173748440305
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner front sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass129,827 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    129,827 miles
    Test number
    417450081738
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear Tyres on 2 mm Tyre badly cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail129,827 miles (+1,444)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,827 miles
    Test number
    902315678397
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear Tyres on 2 mm Tyre badly cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass128,383 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    128,383 miles
    Test number
    981129741912
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail128,372 miles (+1,619)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,372 miles
    Test number
    354806664440
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass126,753 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    126,753 miles
    Test number
    556516846370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail126,753 miles (+3,646)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,753 miles
    Test number
    684449982426
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass123,107 miles (+85)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    123,107 miles
    Test number
    802623370791
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside front floor inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail123,022 miles (-3,181)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,022 miles
    Test number
    462431455626
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor/inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor/inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass126,203 miles (+6,382)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    126,203 miles
    Test number
    827788173555
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat

  13. Pass119,821 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    119,821 miles
    Test number
    856183110937
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Fail119,819 miles (+3,355)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,819 miles
    Test number
    291709517766
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass116,464 miles (+6,546)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    116,464 miles
    Test number
    495745025104
    • NoteBoth floors have corrosion
    • NoteN/s/f inner wing corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished

  16. Pass109,918 miles (+6,729)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    109,918 miles
    Test number
    199416324166
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth front floors have slight corrosion
    • NoteN/s/f inner wing has slight corrosion

  17. Pass103,189 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    103,189 miles
    Test number
    108184193418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail103,187 miles (+116)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,187 miles
    Test number
    187153093090
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  19. Fail103,071 miles (+5,236)1 dangerous5 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,071 miles
    Test number
    997540783039
    • DangerousOffside Obligatory mirror is incapable of being adjusted to provide an adequate view to the rear (8.1.2b)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • Note2 x hi level stop lamp bulbs not woking 80% working
    • NoteFront brake wear indicator wires broken
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass97,835 miles (+2,907)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    97,835 miles
    Test number
    605122482048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass94,928 miles (+5,162)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    94,928 miles
    Test number
    115957881409
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • Note2 x Hi level brake light bulbs not working
    • NoteMetal brake pipes rusting in places
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

  22. Pass89,766 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    89,766 miles
    Test number
    890160449285
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/S/R Bump stop missing
    • NoteVehicle only just passed emissions test

  23. Fail89,766 miles (+6,641)4 failures8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,766 miles
    Test number
    824909739225
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/S/R Bump stop missing
    • NoteVehicle only just passed emissions test

  24. Pass83,125 miles (+11,147)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    83,125 miles
    Test number
    111545448221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass71,978 miles (+1,362)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    71,978 miles
    Test number
    324193347286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    70,616 miles
    Test number
    801824646058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail70,616 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,616 miles
    Test number
    174409136412
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about V730 FTE

Does V730 FTE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V730 FTE expired on 2 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V730 FTE?
The MOT on V730 FTE expired on 2 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V730 FTE done?
V730 FTE was recorded at 131,042 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2024, an average of 3,314 miles a year.
Has V730 FTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V730 FTE has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on V730 FTE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Aug 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V730 FTE find?
V730 FTE passed its latest MOT on 3 May 2024 with 4 advisories: floor pans has corrosion; front subframe has corrosion; rear axle/subframe has corossion, and 1 more.

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