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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1997 · 2,370 cc

P261 BDFMOT history

P261 BDF is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 Apr 1997. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2022 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 175,269 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2025.

P261 BDF white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2022
Mileage
175,269 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2025
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P261 BDF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
3 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

P261 BDF was last recorded at 175,269 miles on 17 Feb 2025, 828 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Oct 2016: 114,789 miles, lower than 165,409 miles on 2 Nov 2015.

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
174,441 miles · 3 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
828 miles
Average per year
3,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 175,269 miles
  • 2021 – 174,441 miles
  • 2020 – 173,407 miles
  • 2019 – 172,475 miles
  • 2018 – 172,224 miles
  • 2017 – 171,053 miles
  • 2016 – 168,355 miles
  • 2015 – 165,409 miles
  • 2014 – 162,934 miles
  • 2013 – 161,631 miles
  • 2012 – 159,454 miles
  • 2011 – 157,253 miles
  • 2010 – 149,110 miles
  • 2009 – 138,345 miles
  • 2008 – 129,104 miles
  • 2007 – 120,633 miles
  • 2006 – 113,496 miles
  • 2005 – 106,662 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail175,269 miles
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brake pipes burst on test (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail175,269 miles (+828)6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,269 miles
    Test number
    157858572864
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brake pipes burst on test (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  2. Pass174,441 miles (+14)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    174,441 miles
    Test number
    126708501844
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill to door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes to and from flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened upper both sides corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail174,427 miles (+1,020)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,427 miles
    Test number
    186241891002
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holes (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded rear both pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill to door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes to and from flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened upper both sides corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass173,407 miles (+932)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    173,407 miles
    Test number
    114346600766
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Suspension components and floor corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass172,475 miles (+251)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    172,475 miles
    Test number
    201276532404
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass172,224 miles (+1,171)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    172,224 miles
    Test number
    988449241241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  7. Pass171,053 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    171,053 miles
    Test number
    772692772627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  8. Fail171,053 miles (+2,698)5 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,053 miles
    Test number
    175442013571
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  9. Pass168,355 miles (+53,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    168,355 miles
    Test number
    227021338925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
  10. Fail114,789 miles (-50,620)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,789 miles
    Test number
    631288903147
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
  11. Pass165,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    165,409 miles
    Test number
    722858833639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail165,409 miles (+2,475)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,409 miles
    Test number
    894803886666
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  13. Pass162,934 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    162,934 miles
    Test number
    399802704396
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
  14. Fail162,934 miles (+1,303)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,934 miles
    Test number
    457970804428
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Pass161,631 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    161,631 miles
    Test number
    238616613356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteSlight imbalance to front brakes = 15%
    • NoteSteering wheel covering is loose
  16. Fail161,631 miles (+2,177)1 dangerous8 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,631 miles
    Test number
    808341613310
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteSlight imbalance to front brakes = 18%
    • NoteSlight imbalance to rear brakes = 13%
    • NoteSteering wheel covering is loose
  17. Pass159,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    159,454 miles
    Test number
    825482092291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail159,454 miles (+2,201)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,454 miles
    Test number
    366110392432
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  19. Pass157,253 miles (+8,143)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    157,253 miles
    Test number
    839525401384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass149,110 miles (+85)7 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    149,110 miles
    Test number
    534512490278
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear brake back plates corroded
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber slightly worn
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded
    • NoteNearside front floor corroded
    • NoteRear discs worn
  21. Fail149,025 miles (+10,680)4 failures8 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,025 miles
    Test number
    990278680287
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear brake back plates corroded
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber slightly worn
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded
    • NoteNearside front floor corroded
    • NoteRear discs worn
  22. Pass138,345 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    138,345 miles
    Test number
    870135099279
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  23. Fail138,345 miles (+9,241)1 dangerous1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,345 miles
    Test number
    210475099227
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  24. Pass129,104 miles (+8,471)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    129,104 miles
    Test number
    264916698209
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass120,633 miles (+166)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    120,633 miles
    Test number
    782708897206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre outer sidewalls deteriorating.
    • NoteN/s front tyre outer sidewall has slight damage.
  26. Fail120,467 miles (+6,971)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,467 miles
    Test number
    751649187242
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre outer sidewalls deteriorating.
    • NoteN/s front tyre outer sidewall has slight damage.
  27. Pass113,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    113,496 miles
    Test number
    950055986205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail113,496 miles (+6,834)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,496 miles
    Test number
    162364586241
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
  29. Pass106,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    106,662 miles
    Test number
    910092795242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P261 BDF

Does P261 BDF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P261 BDF expired on 2 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P261 BDF?
The MOT on P261 BDF expired on 2 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P261 BDF done?
P261 BDF was recorded at 175,269 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2025, an average of 3,549 miles a year.
Has P261 BDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P261 BDF has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on P261 BDF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Oct 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P261 BDF find?
P261 BDF failed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2025 with 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: brake performance unable to be tested brake pipes burst on test; brake pipe excessively corroded all pipes; emissions unable to be completed, and 8 more.

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