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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1996 · 2,496 cc

P855 DPYMOT history

P855 DPY is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 1 Sept 1996. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 167,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2024.

P855 DPY white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2025
Mileage
167,569 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,134 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P855 DPY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Sept 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

P855 DPY was last recorded at 167,569 miles on 1 Oct 2024, 2,966 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,603 miles · 29 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
2,966 miles
Average per year
3,134 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 167,569 miles
  • 2023 – 164,603 miles
  • 2022 – 160,847 miles
  • 2021 – 158,084 miles
  • 2020 – 154,260 miles
  • 2019 – 150,375 miles
  • 2018 – 146,804 miles
  • 2016 – 146,022 miles
  • 2014 – 145,829 miles
  • 2013 – 145,117 miles
  • 2012 – 144,498 miles
  • 2011 – 143,296 miles
  • 2010 – 141,941 miles
  • 2009 – 140,068 miles
  • 2008 – 135,241 miles
  • 2007 – 129,030 miles
  • 2006 – 118,035 miles
  • 2005 – 108,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,569 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2014

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear leaf spring lower leaf slightly displaced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,569 miles (+2,966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    167,569 miles
    Test number
    394961898591
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass164,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    164,603 miles
    Test number
    170071102003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail164,603 miles (+3,756)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,603 miles
    Test number
    947931705951
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting and front pannel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x 2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass160,847 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    160,847 miles
    Test number
    764752150537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail160,847 miles (+2,763)3 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,847 miles
    Test number
    264106454479
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/15C (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both Tyres 185/15C (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/15C (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Drum stick has play in joint (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front of rear part of leaf spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass158,084 miles (+85)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    158,084 miles
    Test number
    290414403603
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail157,999 miles (+3,739)2 dangerous8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,999 miles
    Test number
    672085371700
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced In front of fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced behind fuel tank, not continuously welded (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near front shackle for leaf spring (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail inside rear wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass154,260 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    154,260 miles
    Test number
    637775524594
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail154,260 miles (+3,885)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,260 miles
    Test number
    198177988527
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass150,375 miles (+3,571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    150,375 miles
    Test number
    935860505306
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass146,804 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    146,804 miles
    Test number
    195435795873
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear leaf spring lower leaf slightly displaced
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tipper back support box section corrosion/small hole near second mount in
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail146,785 miles (+763)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,785 miles
    Test number
    875731011601
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear leaf spring lower leaf slightly displaced
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tipper back support box section corrosion/small hole near second mount in
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass146,022 miles (+193)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    146,022 miles
    Test number
    651801337734
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryO/s front brake disc corroded on inside edge

  14. Pass145,829 miles (+712)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    145,829 miles
    Test number
    346465554279
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside front spring broken at end

  15. Pass145,117 miles (+619)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    145,117 miles
    Test number
    707916263252
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside front spring broken at end

  16. Pass144,498 miles (+1,202)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    144,498 miles
    Test number
    907717302361
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT SPRING BROKEN AT END
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing

  17. Pass143,296 miles (+1,355)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    143,296 miles
    Test number
    267233111394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteProp shaft rear center bearing rubber worn

  18. Pass141,941 miles (+1,873)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    141,941 miles
    Test number
    641935190200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass140,068 miles (+4,827)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    140,068 miles
    Test number
    842630099227
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass135,241 miles (+6,211)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    135,241 miles
    Test number
    572559298271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass129,030 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    129,030 miles
    Test number
    680054007329
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  22. Fail129,030 miles (+10,995)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,030 miles
    Test number
    360482807365
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  23. Pass118,035 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    118,035 miles
    Test number
    340243416368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail118,034 miles (+9,750)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,034 miles
    Test number
    270401616380
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f top marker out

  25. Pass108,284 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    108,284 miles
    Test number
    214184905334
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about P855 DPY

Does P855 DPY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P855 DPY expired on 3 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P855 DPY?
The MOT on P855 DPY expired on 3 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P855 DPY done?
P855 DPY was recorded at 167,569 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2024, an average of 3,134 miles a year.
Has P855 DPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P855 DPY has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on P855 DPY 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 P855 DPY find?
P855 DPY passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2024 with 1 advisory: offside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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