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Ford Transit

White · Petrol · 1989 · 5,700 cc

G397 FVVMOT history

G397 FVV is a white petrol Ford Transit first used on 30 Aug 1989. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2022 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 31,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2022
Mileage
31,519 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2021
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G397 FVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,700 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
30 Aug 1989
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

G397 FVV was last recorded at 31,519 miles on 14 Dec 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
31,519 miles · 13 Sept 2019
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 31,519 miles
  • 2019 – 31,519 miles
  • 2017 – 31,519 miles
  • 2015 – 31,519 miles
  • 2010 – 30,522 miles
  • 2009 – 28,197 miles
  • 2008 – 26,288 miles
  • 2007 – 24,481 miles
  • 2006 – 22,359 miles
  • 2005 – 21,857 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass31,519 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner slight corrosion forming nr, steering box
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Offside Rear leaf spring misaligned

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nsr side marker out

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Transmission fluid leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass31,519 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    31,519 miles
    Test number
    304437043011
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner slight corrosion forming nr, steering box
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass31,519 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    31,519 miles
    Test number
    709513644881
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear leaf spring misaligned

  3. Fail31,519 miles7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,519 miles
    Test number
    529307804565
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both headlights (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear of cab floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear leaf spring misaligned
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear side marker out

  4. Pass31,519 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    31,519 miles
    Test number
    893384674352
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNsr side marker out
    • AdvisoryTransmission fluid leak

  5. Fail31,519 miles3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,519 miles
    Test number
    589454126435
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded near front leaf spring mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded near leaf spring mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNsr side marker out
    • AdvisoryTransmission fluid leak

  6. Pass31,519 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    31,519 miles
    Test number
    524535009874
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  7. Fail31,519 miles (+997)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,519 miles
    Test number
    709593674415
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  8. Pass30,522 miles (+2,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    30,522 miles
    Test number
    883427270203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

  9. Pass28,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    28,197 miles
    Test number
    751913299211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail28,197 miles (+1,909)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,197 miles
    Test number
    841552299205
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass26,288 miles (+1,807)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    26,288 miles
    Test number
    494548898254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass24,481 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    24,481 miles
    Test number
    981262707354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail24,475 miles (+2,116)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,475 miles
    Test number
    910749697222
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass22,359 miles (+502)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    22,359 miles
    Test number
    891273806350
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

  15. Pass21,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    21,857 miles
    Test number
    443380975285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about G397 FVV

Does G397 FVV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on G397 FVV expired on 13 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on G397 FVV?
The MOT on G397 FVV expired on 13 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has G397 FVV done?
G397 FVV was recorded at 31,519 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2021, an average of 596 miles a year.
Has G397 FVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G397 FVV has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on G397 FVV 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 G397 FVV find?
G397 FVV passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2021 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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