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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,402 cc

F3 MAEMOT history

F3 MAE is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 1 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 243,743 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

F3 MAE white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
243,743 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 MAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 MAE was last recorded at 243,743 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 4,708 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
239,035 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,708 miles
Average per year
8,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 243,743 miles
  • 2025 – 239,035 miles
  • 2024 – 238,469 miles
  • 2023 – 237,270 miles
  • 2022 – 237,119 miles
  • 2021 – 234,548 miles
  • 2020 – 225,335 miles
  • 2019 – 216,848 miles
  • 2018 – 210,017 miles
  • 2017 – 202,313 miles
  • 2016 – 201,457 miles
  • 2014 – 191,372 miles
  • 2013 – 183,628 miles
  • 2012 – 175,913 miles
  • 2011 – 166,700 miles
  • 2010 – 152,162 miles
  • 2009 – 135,399 miles
  • 2008 – 116,529 miles
  • 2007 – 96,417 miles
  • 2006 – 76,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass243,743 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside well undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass243,743 miles (+4,708)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    243,743 miles
    Test number
    661155619064
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass239,035 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    239,035 miles
    Test number
    434075655676
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail239,035 miles (+566)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,035 miles
    Test number
    974063049813
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass238,469 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    238,469 miles
    Test number
    859873528595
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside well undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail238,468 miles (+1,198)2 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,468 miles
    Test number
    590020325130
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside well undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass237,270 miles (+151)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    237,270 miles
    Test number
    728891007956
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside heavily undersealed

  7. Pass237,119 miles (+2,571)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    237,119 miles
    Test number
    884397446818
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass234,548 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    234,548 miles
    Test number
    926958446315
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail234,548 miles (+9,213)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,548 miles
    Test number
    410130870875
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass225,335 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    225,335 miles
    Test number
    108713899624
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs inner faces worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides slight wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail225,335 miles (+8,487)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,335 miles
    Test number
    701541951292
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs inner faces worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides slight wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass216,848 miles (+6,831)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    216,848 miles
    Test number
    245618926223
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass210,017 miles (+7,704)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    210,017 miles
    Test number
    419372536037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass202,313 miles (+856)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    202,313 miles
    Test number
    249174204122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass201,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    201,457 miles
    Test number
    820880576396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail201,457 miles (+10,085)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,457 miles
    Test number
    849830331793
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass191,372 miles (+7,744)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    191,372 miles
    Test number
    729651614247
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT WHEEL ARCHES CORRODED
    • NoteGENERAL CHASSIS CORROSION
    • NoteN/S/R INNER TYRE HAS SPLIT IN SIDE WALL
    • NoteO/S/F INNER FOOT STEP CORRODED
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass183,628 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    183,628 miles
    Test number
    368263413268
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  19. Fail183,627 miles (+7,714)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,627 miles
    Test number
    368995403414
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  20. Pass175,913 miles (+9,213)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    175,913 miles
    Test number
    265786682143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass166,700 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    166,700 miles
    Test number
    686574171111
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low

  22. Fail166,698 miles (+14,536)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,698 miles
    Test number
    887822371198
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low

  23. Pass152,162 miles (+3)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    152,162 miles
    Test number
    423492070173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteOffside sill dented

  24. Fail152,159 miles (+16,760)9 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,159 miles
    Test number
    123690570179
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteOffside sill dented

  25. Pass135,399 miles (+15)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    135,399 miles
    Test number
    733790379121
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s front seat belt slighty damaged.Headlights on 2 to get level correct.Hand brake cable siezed o/s rear.
    • NoteHand brake has very little reseve.

  26. Fail135,384 miles (+18,855)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,384 miles
    Test number
    331339469144
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s front seat belt slighty damaged.Headlights on 2 to get level correct.Hand brake cable siezed o/s rear.

  27. Fail116,529 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,529 miles
    Test number
    241986968494
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFRont pads on o/s outer getting low.o/s door sill damaged.Rear anti roll bar links slight play.rear anti rolla bar bushes worn.turbo inter cooler damaged.flutuation on rear brakes.

  28. Pass116,529 miles (+20,112)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    116,529 miles
    Test number
    863836868181
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFRont pads on o/s outer getting low.o/s door sill damaged.Rear anti roll bar links slight play.rear anti rolla bar bushes worn.turbo inter cooler damaged.flutuation on rear brakes.

  29. Pass96,417 miles (+19,469)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    96,417 miles
    Test number
    203353457420
    • NoteBRAKE PEDAL RUBBER WEARING †REAR SPRING BUSHES STARTING TO SEPERATE †MOVEMENT NOTED IN REAR ANTI ROLL BAR BUSHES †SLIGHT BIND OSR BRAKE †SLIGHT MOVEMENT IN WHEEL BEARING(BOTH)
    • NoteNSR BRAKE LIGHT NOT AS BRIGHT AS OS
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  30. Pass76,948 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    76,948 miles
    Test number
    631827056170
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outside edge
    • NoteSidemarker lamps not workig

Questions about F3 MAE

Does F3 MAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 MAE is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 MAE?
The MOT on F3 MAE is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F3 MAE done?
F3 MAE was recorded at 243,743 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 8,193 miles a year.
Has F3 MAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 MAE has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on F3 MAE 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 F3 MAE find?
F3 MAE passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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