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Red and White · Diesel · 1997 · 2,496 cc

R282 LELMOT history

R282 LEL is a red and white diesel Ford Transit first used on 15 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 208,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2025.

R282 LEL red Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Jun 2026
Mileage
208,664 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R282 LEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
15 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R282 LEL was last recorded at 208,664 miles on 26 Jun 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,662 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 208,664 miles
  • 2024 – 205,169 miles
  • 2023 – 201,680 miles
  • 2022 – 197,885 miles
  • 2020 – 196,227 miles
  • 2019 – 193,857 miles
  • 2018 – 190,352 miles
  • 2017 – 186,298 miles
  • 2016 – 180,886 miles
  • 2015 – 180,886 miles
  • 2014 – 174,453 miles
  • 2013 – 166,580 miles
  • 2012 – 159,312 miles
  • 2011 – 153,012 miles
  • 2010 – 145,708 miles
  • 2009 – 138,490 miles
  • 2008 – 128,979 miles
  • 2007 – 122,427 miles
  • 2005 – 116,025 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,664 miles
  • MinorCentral Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.98mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2024

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass208,664 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    208,664 miles
    Test number
    667486234077
    • MinorCentral Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.98mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail208,662 miles (+3,493)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,662 miles
    Test number
    454202431801
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.98mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass205,169 miles (+3,489)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    205,169 miles
    Test number
    439193275340
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view top (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass201,680 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    201,680 miles
    Test number
    834910957376
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm outer edge plus offside inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail201,680 miles (+3,795)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,680 miles
    Test number
    728567665044
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm outer edge plus offside inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass197,885 miles (+1,658)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    197,885 miles
    Test number
    670175343608
    • MinorFront Tyre obviously under inflated both (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  7. Pass196,227 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    196,227 miles
    Test number
    981677376194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail196,227 miles (+2,370)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,227 miles
    Test number
    435748904594
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass193,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    193,857 miles
    Test number
    673951441178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail193,857 miles (+3,505)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,857 miles
    Test number
    122843746104
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  11. Pass190,352 miles (+4,054)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    190,352 miles
    Test number
    204213565275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass186,298 miles (+20)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    186,298 miles
    Test number
    678783254431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion under arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Fail186,278 miles (+5,392)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,278 miles
    Test number
    841646383726
    • FailureFront Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Horn control insecure (1.6.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion under arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass180,886 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    180,886 miles
    Test number
    676810804604
    • AdvisoryCentre Play in propshaft centre bearing
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Propshaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass180,886 miles (+6,433)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    180,886 miles
    Test number
    605022115217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front 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 Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NoteProp-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

  16. Pass174,453 miles (+7,873)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    174,453 miles
    Test number
    125549404284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass166,580 miles (+7,268)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    166,580 miles
    Test number
    869143713246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass159,312 miles (+6,300)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    159,312 miles
    Test number
    918529792170
    • NoteCorrosion to n/s inner sill
    • NoteWear to drivers seat

  19. Pass153,012 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    153,012 miles
    Test number
    336059701233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail153,009 miles (+7,301)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,009 miles
    Test number
    905998801249
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass145,708 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    145,708 miles
    Test number
    760876760175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteBattery insecure

  22. Fail145,708 miles (+7,218)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,708 miles
    Test number
    251599550470
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteBattery insecure

  23. Pass138,490 miles (+272)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    138,490 miles
    Test number
    310372559159
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteCorrosion to o/s and n/sf wheelarches
    • NoteDrivers seat seat cushions worn

  24. Fail138,218 miles (+9,239)6 failures8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,218 miles
    Test number
    641640949100
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteCorrosion to o/s and n/sf wheelarches
    • NoteDrivers seat seat cushions worn

  25. Pass128,979 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    128,979 miles
    Test number
    234158998034
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

  26. Fail128,976 miles (+6,549)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,976 miles
    Test number
    653518088008
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

  27. Pass122,427 miles (+128)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    122,427 miles
    Test number
    652612837095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail122,299 miles (+6,274)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,299 miles
    Test number
    100345027066
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass116,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    116,025 miles
    Test number
    502113735304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R282 LEL

Does R282 LEL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R282 LEL expired on 25 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R282 LEL?
The MOT on R282 LEL expired on 25 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R282 LEL done?
R282 LEL was recorded at 208,664 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2025, an average of 4,733 miles a year.
Has R282 LEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R282 LEL has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on R282 LEL 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 R282 LEL find?
R282 LEL passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: central front upper windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.98mm.

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