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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1997 · 2,496 cc

P98 VAMMOT history

P98 VAM is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 4 Apr 1997. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 104,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2026.

P98 VAM white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
104,105 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,563 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P98 VAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
4 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P98 VAM was last recorded at 104,105 miles on 6 Jun 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,103 miles · 5 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,563 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,105 miles
  • 2025 – 99,249 miles
  • 2023 – 97,498 miles
  • 2022 – 96,243 miles
  • 2020 – 92,502 miles
  • 2018 – 87,091 miles
  • 2017 – 83,560 miles
  • 2016 – 79,084 miles
  • 2015 – 74,809 miles
  • 2014 – 72,969 miles
  • 2011 – 72,866 miles
  • 2010 – 69,026 miles
  • 2008 – 62,386 miles
  • 2007 – 57,838 miles
  • 2006 – 53,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,105 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSISLEG (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS LEG (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill and holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, corroded and holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded and holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Advise rear doors corroded and holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front member rusty/holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,105 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    104,105 miles
    Test number
    960531802008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSISLEG (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS LEG (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail104,103 miles (+4,854)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,103 miles
    Test number
    706456328074
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER REAR QUATER (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER REAR SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER REAR QUATER (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER REAR SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSISLEG (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS LEG (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass99,249 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    99,249 miles
    Test number
    929550148177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail99,245 miles (+121)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,245 miles
    Test number
    650211579033
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail99,124 miles (+1,626)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,124 miles
    Test number
    880679935896
    • MajorFront Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side wing panel damaged

  6. Pass97,498 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    97,498 miles
    Test number
    955206593507
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear doors corroded and holed

  7. Fail97,498 miles (+1,255)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,498 miles
    Test number
    963991457818
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear doors corroded and holed

  8. Pass96,243 miles (+1,902)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    96,243 miles
    Test number
    808787511887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass94,341 miles (+1,839)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,341 miles
    Test number
    774725283779
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced x member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass92,502 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    92,502 miles
    Test number
    908049783578
    • AdvisoryFront member rusty/holed
    • AdvisoryInner archs rusty
    • AdvisoryJoint covers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryLower panels rusty
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror damage.

  11. Fail92,502 miles (+1,554)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,502 miles
    Test number
    633673912439
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill various (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront member rusty/holed
    • AdvisoryInner archs rusty
    • AdvisoryJoint covers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryLower panels rusty
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror damage.

  12. Pass90,948 miles (+3,857)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,948 miles
    Test number
    759335487564
    • AdvisoryAdvise front member corroded

  13. Pass87,091 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    87,091 miles
    Test number
    518620370686
    • AdvisoryFront/Rear member rusty.
    • AdvisoryInner sills rusty.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  14. Fail87,088 miles (+3,528)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,088 miles
    Test number
    196012802188
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront/Rear member rusty.
    • AdvisoryInner sills rusty.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  15. Pass83,560 miles (+97)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    83,560 miles
    Test number
    824688876007
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail83,463 miles (+4,379)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,463 miles
    Test number
    487622258424
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass79,084 miles (+4,275)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    79,084 miles
    Test number
    987846167790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,809 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    74,809 miles
    Test number
    856138852778
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

  19. Fail74,809 miles (+769)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,809 miles
    Test number
    535192972429
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing both (5.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  20. Pass74,040 miles (+1,071)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,040 miles
    Test number
    207025365051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,969 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    72,969 miles
    Test number
    585900874095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail72,866 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,866 miles
    Test number
    119568491077
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  23. Pass72,866 miles (+3,840)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    72,866 miles
    Test number
    658958791040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    69,026 miles
    Test number
    294495330050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail69,006 miles (+6,620)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,006 miles
    Test number
    702295730076
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass62,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    62,386 miles
    Test number
    791860658310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail62,386 miles (+4,548)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,386 miles
    Test number
    970575548301
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass57,838 miles (+4,508)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    57,838 miles
    Test number
    393369227446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass53,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    53,330 miles
    Test number
    510147026242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail53,330 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,330 miles
    Test number
    662936726276
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about P98 VAM

Does P98 VAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P98 VAM is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on P98 VAM?
The MOT on P98 VAM is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P98 VAM done?
P98 VAM was recorded at 104,105 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2026, an average of 2,563 miles a year.
Has P98 VAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P98 VAM has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on P98 VAM 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 P98 VAM find?
P98 VAM passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassisleg; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg.

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