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Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,998 cc

X785 MESMOT history

X785 MES is a blue petrol Fiat Coupe first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 149,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2024
Mileage
149,603 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,051 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X785 MES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Coupe
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X785 MES was last recorded at 149,603 miles on 30 Mar 2023, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,590 miles · 3 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
6,051 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 149,603 miles
  • 2021 – 148,951 miles
  • 2020 – 146,481 miles
  • 2019 – 144,249 miles
  • 2018 – 141,627 miles
  • 2017 – 137,161 miles
  • 2016 – 126,929 miles
  • 2015 – 118,683 miles
  • 2014 – 111,480 miles
  • 2013 – 111,251 miles
  • 2012 – 103,785 miles
  • 2011 – 96,165 miles
  • 2010 – 87,310 miles
  • 2009 – 78,411 miles
  • 2008 – 70,333 miles
  • 2007 – 60,121 miles
  • 2006 – 49,959 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,603 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front sill meets floor damaged,front cross beam corroded,
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner & outer both sides, (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass149,603 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    149,603 miles
    Test number
    736872958210
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill meets floor damaged,front cross beam corroded,
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner & outer both sides, (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  2. Fail149,603 miles (+13)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,603 miles
    Test number
    571490741286
    • Repaired at testHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill meets floor damaged,front cross beam corroded,
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner & outer both sides, (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  3. Fail149,590 miles (+639)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,590 miles
    Test number
    410253981678
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides, (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill damaged,
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inner & outer both sides, (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross beam corroded,
  4. Pass148,951 miles (+4)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    148,951 miles
    Test number
    699167561451
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened radius arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened radius arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail148,947 miles (+42)13 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,947 miles
    Test number
    323175905322
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened radius arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened radius arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail148,905 miles (+2,424)9 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,905 miles
    Test number
    726544752138
    • MajorCentral Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorCentral Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced both flickering when on (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired linkage not connected to axle (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced very dim (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer small hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch sill section (hole) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass146,481 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    146,481 miles
    Test number
    830050717867
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill front of arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/r & o/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail146,472 miles (+2,223)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,472 miles
    Test number
    524604309513
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill front of arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s/r & o/s/r (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/r & o/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass144,249 miles (+2,622)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    144,249 miles
    Test number
    580955181338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass141,627 miles (+4,466)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    141,627 miles
    Test number
    433030286036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass137,161 miles (+10,232)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    137,161 miles
    Test number
    936651780074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipe x2 comming out of brake compensator (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake valve corroded but not excessively weakened brake compensator (3.6.A.2b)
  12. Pass126,929 miles (+8,246)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    126,929 miles
    Test number
    721232638839
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre out of shape.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tyre.
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass118,683 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    118,683 miles
    Test number
    369307005098
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  14. Fail118,682 miles (+7,202)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,682 miles
    Test number
    615537105074
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  15. Pass111,480 miles (+229)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    111,480 miles
    Test number
    198789804499
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil around g/box area
  16. Fail111,251 miles (+7,466)4 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,251 miles
    Test number
    397345053399
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil around g/box area
  17. Pass103,785 miles3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    103,785 miles
    Test number
    586153252386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFlutuation on offside front brake
    • NoteFront screem chipped
    • NoteNearside outer cv boot cracking
    • NoteOffside outer cv boot cracking
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded
  18. Fail103,785 miles (+7,620)2 failures5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,785 miles
    Test number
    699148642399
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailurePower steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFlutuation on offside front brake
    • NoteFront screem chipped
    • NoteNearside outer cv boot cracking
    • NoteOffside outer cv boot cracking
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded
  19. Pass96,165 miles (+8,855)5 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    96,165 miles
    Test number
    889883151322
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteAirbag light is on
    • NoteAux belt cracking
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn
    • NoteNsr body damaged
    • NoteOil level low
    • NoteTemp gauge faulty
    • NoteWashers slightly off line
  20. Pass87,310 miles (+278)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    87,310 miles
    Test number
    402980550434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront to rear metal brake pipe next to fuel tank corroded
    • NoteO/s rear brake disc badly corroded and pitted
  21. Fail87,032 miles (+8,621)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,032 miles
    Test number
    483718030431
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront to rear metal brake pipe next to fuel tank corroded
    • NoteO/s rear brake disc badly corroded and pitted
  22. Pass78,411 miles (+8,078)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    78,411 miles
    Test number
    232448629356
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust rear box tail pipe broken
    • NoteO/s/f steering rack slightly oil leak
  23. Pass70,333 miles (+10,212)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    70,333 miles
    Test number
    813227828355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,121 miles (+10,162)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    60,121 miles
    Test number
    974894687244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass49,959 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    49,959 miles
    Test number
    261616786281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  26. Fail49,957 miles2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,957 miles
    Test number
    361653786245
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about X785 MES

Does X785 MES currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X785 MES expired on 29 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X785 MES?
The MOT on X785 MES expired on 29 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X785 MES done?
X785 MES was recorded at 149,603 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2023, an average of 6,051 miles a year.
Has X785 MES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X785 MES has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on X785 MES 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 X785 MES find?
X785 MES passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2023 with 4 advisories: offside front power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded; offside front sill meets floor damaged,front cross beam corroded,; oil leak, but not excessive engine,, and 1 more.

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