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Ford Freda

Silver · Diesel · 1997 · 2,498 cc

P509 VDLMOT history

P509 VDL is a silver diesel Ford Freda first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 175,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
175,618 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P509 VDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Freda
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P509 VDL was last recorded at 175,618 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 4,390 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,228 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,390 miles
Average per year
4,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,618 miles
  • 2025 – 171,228 miles
  • 2024 – 163,911 miles
  • 2023 – 155,689 miles
  • 2022 – 147,208 miles
  • 2021 – 137,847 miles
  • 2019 – 137,834 miles
  • 2018 – 135,788 miles
  • 2017 – 133,831 miles
  • 2016 – 132,498 miles
  • 2015 – 131,440 miles
  • 2014 – 130,837 miles
  • 2013 – 130,292 miles
  • 2012 – 128,416 miles
  • 2011 – 121,510 miles
  • 2010 – 108,460 miles
  • 2009 – 105,525 miles
  • 2008 – 98,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,618 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
  • AdvisoryNearside front inner sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside front crossmember corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroded

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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose leaking

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,618 miles (+4,390)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    175,618 miles
    Test number
    659793438619
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front crossmember corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroded

  2. Pass171,228 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    171,228 miles
    Test number
    181036482364
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack joints

  3. Fail171,226 miles (+7,315)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,226 miles
    Test number
    106710647495
    • DangerousNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass163,911 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    163,911 miles
    Test number
    712597041945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail163,907 miles (+8,218)3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,907 miles
    Test number
    625759758565
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2156516 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousAll tyres advance perishing
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass155,689 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    155,689 miles
    Test number
    281546994835
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Fail155,688 miles (+8,480)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,688 miles
    Test number
    196719377130
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  8. Pass147,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    147,208 miles
    Test number
    388618251615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail147,208 miles (+9,361)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,208 miles
    Test number
    104663392231
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass137,847 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    137,847 miles
    Test number
    943889268108
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass137,834 miles (+2,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    137,834 miles
    Test number
    809250962645
    • AdvisoryAdvise loose wiring on split charger

  12. Pass135,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    135,788 miles
    Test number
    937071266087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail135,788 miles (+1,957)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,788 miles
    Test number
    326839465565
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  14. Pass133,831 miles (+1,333)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    133,831 miles
    Test number
    428395995460
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass132,498 miles (+1,058)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    132,498 miles
    Test number
    649847830269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass131,440 miles (+603)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    131,440 miles
    Test number
    234185918629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass130,837 miles (+545)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    130,837 miles
    Test number
    645998164239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass130,292 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    130,292 miles
    Test number
    918241363236
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteSlight play in o/s and n/s/f lower arm front bushes
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/r anti-roll bar drop link bush
    • NoteSmall blow on centre exhaust
    • NoteVery little reserve travel left on park brake

  19. Fail130,292 miles (+1,876)2 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,292 miles
    Test number
    405391763206
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteSlight play in o/s and n/s/f lower arm front bushes
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/r anti-roll bar drop link bush
    • NoteSmall blow on centre exhaust
    • NoteVery little reserve travel left on park brake

  20. Pass128,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    128,416 miles
    Test number
    385563462428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail128,416 miles (+6,906)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,416 miles
    Test number
    948773662202
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass121,510 miles (+13,050)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    121,510 miles
    Test number
    526196161281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass108,460 miles (+2,935)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    108,460 miles
    Test number
    423560980120
    • NoteBattery insecure

  24. Pass105,525 miles (+7,442)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    105,525 miles
    Test number
    211954579461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass98,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    98,083 miles
    Test number
    242384188132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P509 VDL

Does P509 VDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P509 VDL is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on P509 VDL?
The MOT on P509 VDL is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P509 VDL done?
P509 VDL was recorded at 175,618 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 4,359 miles a year.
Has P509 VDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P509 VDL has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on P509 VDL 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 P509 VDL find?
P509 VDL passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 8 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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