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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,496 cc

450 DXFMOT history

450 DXF is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 74,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

450 DXF white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
74,556 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,591 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
450 DXF
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

450 DXF was last recorded at 74,556 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 519 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,037 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
519 miles
Average per year
1,591 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,556 miles
  • 2025 – 74,037 miles
  • 2024 – 73,745 miles
  • 2023 – 73,128 miles
  • 2022 – 72,591 miles
  • 2021 – 71,896 miles
  • 2020 – 71,446 miles
  • 2019 – 70,381 miles
  • 2016 – 69,162 miles
  • 2015 – 69,150 miles
  • 2013 – 68,689 miles
  • 2012 – 66,493 miles
  • 2011 – 62,457 miles
  • 2010 – 59,549 miles
  • 2009 – 57,953 miles
  • 2008 – 53,494 miles
  • 2007 – 45,433 miles
  • 2006 – 43,817 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,556 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened lower arms and springs corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front and rear suspension components surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Hub caps fitted wheel bolts not checked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,556 miles (+519)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    74,556 miles
    Test number
    150232824078
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened lower arms and springs corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass74,037 miles (+292)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    74,037 miles
    Test number
    269686027220
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front and rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively all (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryHub caps fitted wheel nuts not checked
    • AdvisoryInner and outer sills surface corrosion
  3. Pass73,745 miles (+617)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    73,745 miles
    Test number
    855947606071
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front and rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s and slight judder (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBattery defective
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryHub caps fitted wheel nuts not cheeked
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front inner and outer sills surface corrosion
  4. Pass73,128 miles (+537)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    73,128 miles
    Test number
    621810442790
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHub caps fitted wheel bolts not checked
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion front and rear suspension components
  5. Pass72,591 miles (+695)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    72,591 miles
    Test number
    573458729804
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper marker light dim
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front subframe
  6. Pass71,896 miles (+450)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    71,896 miles
    Test number
    511225159915
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front upper shocker mount areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has corrosion all over
  7. Pass71,446 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    71,446 miles
    Test number
    739103792999
    • AdvisoryHub caps fitted wheel bolts not checked
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle surface corrosion
  8. Fail71,446 miles (+1,065)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,446 miles
    Test number
    273737747160
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHub caps fitted wheel bolts not checked
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle surface corrosion
  9. Pass70,381 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    70,381 miles
    Test number
    367059669184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail70,346 miles (+1,184)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,346 miles
    Test number
    899833029627
    • MajorNearside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective insecure (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper maker light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  11. Pass69,162 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    69,162 miles
    Test number
    929091680608
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill panel corroded
  12. Pass69,150 miles (+461)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    69,150 miles
    Test number
    935271715123
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteNearside battery live terminal has an uninsulated clip attached, likely to short on bodywork
  13. Pass68,689 miles (+2,196)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    68,689 miles
    Test number
    999385413388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,493 miles (+4,036)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    66,493 miles
    Test number
    357032042338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,457 miles (+2,908)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    62,457 miles
    Test number
    396444531320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,549 miles (+1,596)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    59,549 miles
    Test number
    242584740316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,953 miles (+4,459)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    57,953 miles
    Test number
    864264739315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,494 miles (+8,061)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    53,494 miles
    Test number
    312950248370
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  19. Pass45,433 miles (+1,616)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    45,433 miles
    Test number
    734010627327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,817 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    43,817 miles
    Test number
    222801246360
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about 450 DXF

What vehicle is registration 450 DXF currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 450 DXF on a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 31 Dec 1998. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 450 DXF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 450 DXF is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 450 DXF?
The MOT on 450 DXF is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 450 DXF done?
450 DXF was recorded at 74,556 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 1,591 miles a year.
Has 450 DXF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 450 DXF has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on 450 DXF 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 450 DXF find?
450 DXF passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened lower arms and springs corroded; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive.

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