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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1993 · 2,496 cc

K43 VADMOT history

K43 VAD is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 27 Apr 1993. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 90,407 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2026
Mileage
90,407 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K43 VAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
27 Apr 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K43 VAD was last recorded at 90,407 miles on 8 Oct 2025, 107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,300 miles · 5 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
107 miles
Average per year
1,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,407 miles
  • 2024 – 90,300 miles
  • 2022 – 90,279 miles
  • 2021 – 90,200 miles
  • 2020 – 90,118 miles
  • 2019 – 88,854 miles
  • 2018 – 87,511 miles
  • 2017 – 86,618 miles
  • 2016 – 84,595 miles
  • 2015 – 82,323 miles
  • 2014 – 79,458 miles
  • 2013 – 78,245 miles
  • 2012 – 76,149 miles
  • 2010 – 74,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,407 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on both sides front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all around (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis legs on both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crash bar (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all around (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,407 miles (+107)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    90,407 miles
    Test number
    325898141078
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on both sides front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all around (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis legs on both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crash bar (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all around (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass90,300 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    90,300 miles
    Test number
    292021875640
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered in under seal

  3. Fail90,279 miles (+79)4 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,279 miles
    Test number
    718593858309
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected door step (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass90,200 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    90,200 miles
    Test number
    691369523912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass90,118 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,118 miles
    Test number
    872820458145
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail90,113 miles (+1,259)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,113 miles
    Test number
    802334358152
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking leaking at fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement engine resting on steering rack (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral prop shaft centre bearing rubber perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 axle pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass88,854 miles (+1,343)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    88,854 miles
    Test number
    453033380544
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass87,511 miles (+893)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    87,511 miles
    Test number
    195412432128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass86,618 miles (+2,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    86,618 miles
    Test number
    567517276783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner arch rusty
    • AdvisoryChassis surface rust

  10. Pass84,595 miles (+221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    84,595 miles
    Test number
    584377055019
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear chassis surface rust

  11. Fail84,374 miles (+2,051)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,374 miles
    Test number
    915307074008
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front mount floor area (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass82,323 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    82,323 miles
    Test number
    716731995125
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion to offside of vehicle

  13. Fail82,323 miles (+2,865)11 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,323 miles
    Test number
    236645785459
    • FailureFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion to offside of vehicle

  14. Pass79,458 miles (+1,213)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    79,458 miles
    Test number
    216596924143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  15. Pass78,245 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    78,245 miles
    Test number
    995600033106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,238 miles (+2,089)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,238 miles
    Test number
    205142203405
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass76,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    76,149 miles
    Test number
    237778282011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,149 miles (+1,754)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,149 miles
    Test number
    769147882017
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  19. Pass74,395 miles7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    74,395 miles
    Test number
    332156640211
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper 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 Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside inner sill corroded through but not within any prescribed areas
    • NoteThermostat housing appears to be weeping coolant
    • NoteWater overflowing from header tank
    • NoteWipers slow

  20. Fail74,395 miles10 failures7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,395 miles
    Test number
    203604140264
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper 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 Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside inner sill corroded through but not within any prescribed areas
    • NoteThermostat housing appears to be weeping coolant
    • NoteWater overflowing from header tank
    • NoteWipers slow

Questions about K43 VAD

Does K43 VAD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K43 VAD expired on 7 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K43 VAD?
The MOT on K43 VAD expired on 7 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K43 VAD done?
K43 VAD was recorded at 90,407 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2025, an average of 1,060 miles a year.
Has K43 VAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K43 VAD has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on K43 VAD 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 K43 VAD find?
K43 VAD passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on both sides front and rear; coil spring corroded all around; front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis legs on both sides, and 3 more.

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