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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,496 cc

R298 BWSMOT history

R298 BWS is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 27 Mar 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 277,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2025.

R298 BWS white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2026
Mileage
277,542 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R298 BWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R298 BWS was last recorded at 277,542 miles on 10 Jan 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
277,542 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 277,542 miles
  • 2023 – 277,039 miles
  • 2014 – 271,295 miles
  • 2010 – 268,121 miles
  • 2009 – 265,520 miles
  • 2006 – 258,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass277,542 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nsf/ osf chassis legs corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop frontmost joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop rearmost joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor7 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass277,542 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    277,542 miles
    Test number
    774147403160
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nsf/ osf chassis legs corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop frontmost joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop rearmost joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail277,542 miles (+503)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,542 miles
    Test number
    770414320161
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nsf/ osf chassis legs corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop frontmost joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop rearmost joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass277,039 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    277,039 miles
    Test number
    593489248004
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front Panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Fail277,039 km (+236)1 dangerous3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,039 km
    Test number
    765406216414
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front Panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass276,803 km2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    276,803 km
    Test number
    404968813492
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail276,803 km (+444)1 dangerous3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    276,803 km
    Test number
    172854927393
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass276,359 km (+894)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    276,359 km
    Test number
    853902847723
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. Pass275,465 km (+1)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    275,465 km
    Test number
    496136293700
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive tipper ram (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Fail275,464 km (+1,022)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    275,464 km
    Test number
    658221026277
    • MajorNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking Rubbing chassis (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outline marker lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Dropside cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive tipper ram (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass274,442 km1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    274,442 km
    Test number
    548903774164
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  11. Fail274,442 km (+223)2 dangerous7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,442 km
    Test number
    591664728981
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury sideboard (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  12. Pass274,219 km (+424)1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    274,219 km
    Test number
    914176812517
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive poss tipper ram (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  13. Pass273,795 km (+896)17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    273,795 km
    Test number
    846636363117
    • AdvisoryFront Propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak tipper ram
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement all 4 spring eye (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
  14. Pass272,899 km (+864)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    272,899 km
    Test number
    291457933234
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both load valve to hoses (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement all 4 spring eye (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak tipper ram
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  15. Pass272,035 km5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    272,035 km
    Test number
    857561019668
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush front and rear of springs (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush front and rear of spring (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s inner rack tie rod
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear u/j
  16. Pass271,295 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    271,295 miles
    Test number
    599222034284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
  17. Fail271,251 km (+390)7 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,251 km
    Test number
    629252014225
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailureSpeedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteN/s/r inner tyre flat
  18. Pass270,861 km (+436)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    270,861 km
    Test number
    825737103222
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
  19. Pass270,425 km3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    270,425 km
    Test number
    289619802245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteN/s step area corroded
  20. Fail270,425 km (+1,010)6 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    270,425 km
    Test number
    786236702287
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteN/s step area corroded
  21. Pass269,415 km1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    269,415 km
    Test number
    636482101290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteN/s/f step area corroded
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cut to outer side wall
  22. Fail269,415 km5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,415 km
    Test number
    559924891161
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteN/s/f step area corroded
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cut to outer side wall
  23. Pass268,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    268,121 miles
    Test number
    990069600245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail268,121 miles (+2,601)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,121 miles
    Test number
    573547000278
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
  25. Pass265,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    265,520 miles
    Test number
    964555299149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass262,724 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    262,724 km
    Test number
    314360908406
    • NoteO/S/Front And N/S/Front seat belts marked
  27. Fail262,724 km (+2,509)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,724 km
    Test number
    803580008200
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteO/S/Front And N/S/Front seat belts marked
  28. Pass260,215 km
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    260,215 km
    Test number
    140258107288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass258,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    258,118 miles
    Test number
    740138506226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R298 BWS

Does R298 BWS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R298 BWS expired on 9 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R298 BWS?
The MOT on R298 BWS expired on 9 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R298 BWS done?
R298 BWS was recorded at 277,542 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2025, an average of 1,052 miles a year.
Has R298 BWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R298 BWS has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on R298 BWS 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 R298 BWS find?
R298 BWS passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nsf/ osf chassis legs corroded; rear prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear prop frontmost joint, and 2 more.

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