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Ford Transit

White · Petrol · 1989 · 1,993 cc

G397 KBVMOT history

G397 KBV is a white petrol Ford Transit first used on 9 Dec 1989. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 13,034 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
13,034 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
G397 KBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,993 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
9 Dec 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G397 KBV was last recorded at 13,034 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 1,291 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Jun 2019: 4,765 miles, lower than 99,898 miles on 22 Jun 2018.

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
11,743 miles · 5 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
1,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 13,034 miles
  • 2023 – 11,743 miles
  • 2022 – 10,024 miles
  • 2021 – 7,575 miles
  • 2019 – 4,765 miles
  • 2018 – 99,898 miles
  • 2017 – 96,372 miles
  • 2016 – 95,459 miles
  • 2015 – 93,312 miles
  • 2014 – 90,642 miles
  • 2013 – 88,010 miles
  • 2012 – 86,409 miles
  • 2011 – 83,906 miles
  • 2010 – 82,148 miles
  • 2009 – 79,594 miles
  • 2008 – 77,142 miles
  • 2007 – 74,566 miles
  • 2006 – 71,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass13,034 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass13,034 miles (+1,291)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    13,034 miles
    Test number
    5475116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass11,743 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    11,743 miles
    Test number
    263435311080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail11,743 miles (+1,719)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,743 miles
    Test number
    177571491031
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass10,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    10,024 miles
    Test number
    744781498857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail10,024 miles (+2,449)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,024 miles
    Test number
    402926411247
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass7,575 miles (+2,810)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    7,575 miles
    Test number
    704850852522
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisorySome wear centre prop mount
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion to vehicle structure

  7. Pass4,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    4,765 miles
    Test number
    479802466604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail4,765 miles (-95,133)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,765 miles
    Test number
    157055272408
    • DangerousFront brake disks corroded
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront brake disks corroded

  9. Pass99,898 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    99,898 miles
    Test number
    129251137672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail99,893 miles (+3,521)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,893 miles
    Test number
    112273990020
    • DangerousSteering column universal joint insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass96,372 miles (+913)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    96,372 miles
    Test number
    655486096007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass95,459 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    95,459 miles
    Test number
    927523252241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Fail95,401 miles (+2,089)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,401 miles
    Test number
    554370726399
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings x member (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed x2 (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  14. Pass93,312 miles (+2,670)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    93,312 miles
    Test number
    349611405137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass90,642 miles (+2,632)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    90,642 miles
    Test number
    897868114132
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass88,010 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    88,010 miles
    Test number
    669584813185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail88,009 miles (+1,600)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,009 miles
    Test number
    265313913171
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  18. Pass86,409 miles (+2,503)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    86,409 miles
    Test number
    586302212162
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass83,906 miles (+1,758)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    83,906 miles
    Test number
    538090911187
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly scored

  20. Pass82,148 miles (+2,554)10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    82,148 miles
    Test number
    742217300147
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFrour wheel trims fitted.
    • NoteUnable to view the front brake pads.

  21. Pass79,594 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    79,594 miles
    Test number
    963381209184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail79,572 miles (+2,430)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,572 miles
    Test number
    832883299055
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  23. Pass77,142 miles (+2,576)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    77,142 miles
    Test number
    953355098023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass74,566 miles (+3,433)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    74,566 miles
    Test number
    182105877436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass71,133 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    71,133 miles
    Test number
    754159666089
    • AdvisoryFluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Questions about G397 KBV

Does G397 KBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G397 KBV is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on G397 KBV?
The MOT on G397 KBV is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G397 KBV done?
G397 KBV was recorded at 13,034 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026.
Has G397 KBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G397 KBV has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on G397 KBV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Jun 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on G397 KBV find?
G397 KBV passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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