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Ford Ecoline 150

Blue · Petrol · 1995 · 5,700 cc

N176 HTEMOT history

N176 HTE is a blue petrol Ford Ecoline 150 first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT expired on 25 May 2022 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 90,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 May 2022
Mileage
90,020 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2023
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,279 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N176 HTE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ecoline 150
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,700 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 May 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

N176 HTE was last recorded at 90,020 miles on 15 Dec 2023, 1,588 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jan 2009: 70,998 miles, lower than 686,073 miles on 24 Jan 2008.

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
88,432 miles · 26 May 2021
Between the last two tests
1,588 miles
Average per year
1,279 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 90,020 miles
  • 2021 – 88,432 miles
  • 2018 – 87,759 miles
  • 2017 – 86,335 miles
  • 2016 – 83,548 miles
  • 2015 – 79,924 miles
  • 2014 – 77,311 miles
  • 2013 – 76,433 miles
  • 2012 – 75,221 miles
  • 2009 – 70,998 miles
  • 2008 – 686,073 miles
  • 2006 – 67,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail90,020 miles
  • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail90,020 miles (+1,588)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,020 miles
    Test number
    348144463366
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass88,432 miles (+673)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    88,432 miles
    Test number
    327562857849
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryABS system totally removed
    • AdvisoryAll tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component ball joint has slight play Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass87,759 miles (+1,424)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    87,759 miles
    Test number
    418452511065
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both slightly deteriated. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryABS System has been completely removed.
    • AdvisoryAll tyres show signs of perishing.
    • AdvisoryHeadlights American pattern.
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass86,335 miles (+2,787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    86,335 miles
    Test number
    667167661444
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering box

  5. Pass83,548 miles (+3,624)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    83,548 miles
    Test number
    338935239425
    • AdvisoryNsf top hub bush light wear
    • AdvisoryOsf lower ball joint worn
    • AdvisoryRight hand dash tell tail very dull
    • AdvisorySlight nsf wheel bearing play

  6. Pass79,924 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    79,924 miles
    Test number
    665928925145
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteABS system disconnected
    • NotePark brake effort close to limit
    • NoteSlight wear both front top hub bushes

  7. Fail79,924 miles (+2,613)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,924 miles
    Test number
    816399415192
    • FailureFront suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteABS system disconnected
    • NoteSlight wear both front top hub bushes

  8. Pass77,311 miles (+878)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    77,311 miles
    Test number
    405514084003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteABS system removed.
    • NoteHeadlights are a flat pattern.
    • NoteWipers worn.

  9. Fail76,433 miles3 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,433 miles
    Test number
    156731013087
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAreas of surface rust under vehicle
    • NotePower steering pipes slightly corroded

  10. Pass76,433 miles (+1,212)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    76,433 miles
    Test number
    506271113084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAreas of surface rust under vehicle
    • NotePower steering pipes slightly corroded

  11. Fail75,221 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,221 miles
    Test number
    948832332060
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  12. Pass75,221 miles (+4,223)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    75,221 miles
    Test number
    975732232075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,998 miles (-615,075)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    70,998 miles
    Test number
    280152719003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass686,073 miles (+618,237)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    686,073 miles
    Test number
    341534428033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    67,836 miles
    Test number
    194362426290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N176 HTE

Does N176 HTE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N176 HTE expired on 25 May 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N176 HTE?
The MOT on N176 HTE expired on 25 May 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N176 HTE done?
N176 HTE was recorded at 90,020 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2023, an average of 1,279 miles a year.
Has N176 HTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N176 HTE has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on N176 HTE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Jan 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on N176 HTE find?
N176 HTE failed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2023 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both sides; oil leaking excessively from transmission; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 7 more.

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