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White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,496 cc

R331 XALMOT history

R331 XAL is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 12 Feb 1998. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2022 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 193,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2022.

R331 XAL white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2022
Mileage
193,218 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
R331 XAL
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
12 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

R331 XAL was last recorded at 193,218 miles on 22 Aug 2022, 737 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jun 2009: 113,964 miles, lower than 468,043 miles on 22 Jul 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
192,481 miles · 30 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
737 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 193,218 miles
  • 2021 – 192,481 miles
  • 2020 – 191,466 miles
  • 2019 – 187,672 miles
  • 2018 – 182,662 miles
  • 2017 – 177,582 miles
  • 2016 – 172,261 miles
  • 2015 – 165,474 miles
  • 2014 – 158,378 miles
  • 2013 – 150,750 miles
  • 2012 – 141,430 miles
  • 2011 – 130,781 miles
  • 2010 – 123,012 miles
  • 2009 – 113,993 miles
  • 2008 – 468,043 miles
  • 2007 – 452,255 miles
  • 2006 – 392,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail193,218 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Step/sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated BOTH , have slight play in rubbers (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Diff leaking

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear Diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush All Spring Eye Bushes Deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail193,218 miles (+737)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,218 miles
    Test number
    445829728977
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Step/sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated BOTH , have slight play in rubbers (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff leaking

  2. Pass192,481 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    192,481 miles
    Test number
    737295339127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush All Spring Eye Bushes Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail192,481 miles (+1,015)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,481 miles
    Test number
    111182479556
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Main Chassis Rail above Fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Upper suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Main Chassis Rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush All Spring Eye Bushes Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass191,466 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    191,466 miles
    Test number
    248690984464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail191,465 miles (+3,793)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,465 miles
    Test number
    516066974709
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass187,672 miles (+5,010)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    187,672 miles
    Test number
    904425535326
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass182,662 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    182,662 miles
    Test number
    516413593036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Fail182,661 miles (+5,079)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,661 miles
    Test number
    723625137655
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Crossmember (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch / floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill at end (5.2.6)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Rear cab crossmember (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Pass177,582 miles (+5,321)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    177,582 miles
    Test number
    731133490955
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion Front Crossmember (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  10. Pass172,261 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    172,261 miles
    Test number
    479706149487
    • AdvisoryBoth rear spring rear bushes starting to split
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  11. Fail172,240 miles (+6,766)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,240 miles
    Test number
    538918355441
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded pipe from limit valve to flexy (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch at shock mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis out-rigger (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded step on inside (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded step/inner sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside chassis cracked
    • AdvisoryBoth rear spring rear bushes starting to split
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  12. Pass165,474 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    165,474 miles
    Test number
    256614555177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteExhaust down pipe bracket broken

  13. Fail165,474 miles (+7,096)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,474 miles
    Test number
    238353855158
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring longitudinally displaced (2.4.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteExhaust down pipe bracket broken

  14. Pass158,378 miles (+187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    158,378 miles
    Test number
    776089244177
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail158,191 miles (+7,441)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,191 miles
    Test number
    295840944142
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass150,750 miles (+9,320)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    150,750 miles
    Test number
    339944263139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass141,430 miles (+10,649)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    141,430 miles
    Test number
    857910962146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass130,781 miles (+7,769)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    130,781 miles
    Test number
    167026131179
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  19. Pass123,012 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    123,012 miles
    Test number
    882270960176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail122,951 miles (+8,958)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,951 miles
    Test number
    542428150168
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass113,993 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    113,993 miles
    Test number
    163150369163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail113,964 miles (-354,079)11 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,964 miles
    Test number
    393702259194
    • FailureCentre Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureCentre Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureCentre Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Parking brake lever is fouling adjacent parts of the vehicle (3.1.6b)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NotePower steering has some leaking

  23. Pass468,043 miles (+4,676)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    468,043 miles
    Test number
    990324808238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass463,367 miles (+174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    463,367 miles
    Test number
    212909008119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Fail463,193 miles (+10,938)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    463,193 miles
    Test number
    420461508198
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass452,255 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    452,255 miles
    Test number
    524208567052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail452,229 miles (+59,591)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    452,229 miles
    Test number
    250707057094
    • DangerousLeft side head lamp beam pattern to high
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGEAR BOX PROP BOLT MISSING
    • NoteCentre seat belt unable to check
    • NoteHand brake linkage braket broken + SPRING

  28. Pass392,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    392,638 miles
    Test number
    733487136099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R331 XAL

Does R331 XAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R331 XAL expired on 30 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R331 XAL?
The MOT on R331 XAL expired on 30 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R331 XAL done?
R331 XAL was recorded at 193,218 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2022.
Has R331 XAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R331 XAL has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on R331 XAL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jun 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R331 XAL find?
R331 XAL failed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2022 with 1 major defect and 6 advisories: offside front inner vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step/sill corroded; central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 4 more.

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