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Ford Transit

Beige · Diesel · 1998 · 2,496 cc

R385 ORCMOT history

R385 ORC is a beige diesel Ford Transit first used on 2 Apr 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 67,637 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

R385 ORC beige Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
67,637 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R385 ORC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
2 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R385 ORC was last recorded at 67,637 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 731 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,906 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
731 miles
Average per year
1,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,637 miles
  • 2025 – 66,906 miles
  • 2024 – 66,079 miles
  • 2023 – 65,965 miles
  • 2022 – 65,533 miles
  • 2021 – 62,571 miles
  • 2020 – 61,908 miles
  • 2019 – 60,624 miles
  • 2018 – 59,157 miles
  • 2017 – 59,016 miles
  • 2016 – 57,845 miles
  • 2015 – 54,785 miles
  • 2014 – 42,423 miles
  • 2013 – 37,418 miles
  • 2012 – 37,317 miles
  • 2011 – 37,152 miles
  • 2010 – 36,717 miles
  • 2009 – 36,147 miles
  • 2008 – 35,432 miles
  • 2007 – 33,829 miles
  • 2006 – 32,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,637 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced box section

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Both front Wheel Arches corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside front Bumper corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,637 miles (+731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    67,637 miles
    Test number
    426762601323
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass66,906 miles (+827)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    66,906 miles
    Test number
    818724133135
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass66,079 miles1 dangerous1 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    66,079 miles
    Test number
    275020468224
    • DangerousFront front brakes never made a lock out
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer and inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer and inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  4. Fail66,079 miles (+114)1 dangerous2 repaired1 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,079 miles
    Test number
    902508306326
    • DangerousFront front brakes never made a lock out
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer and inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer and inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  5. Pass65,965 miles (+432)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    65,965 miles
    Test number
    793177055846
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive around shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive box section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive around shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive box section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front Wheel Arches corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front Bumper corroded

  6. Pass65,533 miles (+2,962)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    65,533 miles
    Test number
    673295191519
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced box section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced box section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front Bumper corroded

  7. Pass62,571 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    62,571 miles
    Test number
    791819460762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch around strut (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch around strut (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced box section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail62,571 miles (+663)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,571 miles
    Test number
    295075955258
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens hazy (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens hazy (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch around strut (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch around strut (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced box section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass61,908 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    61,908 miles
    Test number
    538157065134
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch to inner bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced box section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail61,908 miles (+1,284)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,908 miles
    Test number
    635953009864
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens hazy (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens hazy (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch to inner bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced box section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass60,624 miles (+1,467)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    60,624 miles
    Test number
    370280133427
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross beam/box section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner wheel arch to bumper slightl corrosion

  12. Pass59,157 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    59,157 miles
    Test number
    293514630030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner Wheel Arch to inner Bumper slightly corroded

  13. Fail59,157 miles (+7)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,157 miles
    Test number
    698450588072
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195R14C 106/104R (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner Wheel Arch to inner Bumper slightly corroded

  14. Pass59,150 miles (+134)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    59,150 miles
    Test number
    358441067693
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement piers. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both. (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass59,016 miles (+1,171)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    59,016 miles
    Test number
    942772517891
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion.

  16. Pass57,845 miles (+3,060)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    57,845 miles
    Test number
    955060031254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,785 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,785 miles
    Test number
    785480325112
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail54,785 miles (+12,362)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,785 miles
    Test number
    245390525474
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass42,423 miles (+5,005)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    42,423 miles
    Test number
    725161594031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,418 miles (+101)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    37,418 miles
    Test number
    546742803157
    • NoteUnderneath of viechle is genrally corroded

  21. Pass37,317 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    37,317 miles
    Test number
    348678512141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2012
    Odometer
    37,152 miles
    Test number
    529414401169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail37,152 miles (+435)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,152 miles
    Test number
    245204401419
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass36,717 miles (+570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    36,717 miles
    Test number
    822337410170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass36,147 miles (+715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    36,147 miles
    Test number
    344393919184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass35,432 miles (+1,603)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,432 miles
    Test number
    433695508159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  27. Pass33,829 miles (+1,415)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    33,829 miles
    Test number
    992179007161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass32,414 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,414 miles
    Test number
    813282126108
    • NoteSlight cracking on tyre outer walls (all tyres)

Questions about R385 ORC

Does R385 ORC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R385 ORC is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on R385 ORC?
The MOT on R385 ORC is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R385 ORC done?
R385 ORC was recorded at 67,637 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 1,786 miles a year.
Has R385 ORC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R385 ORC has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on R385 ORC 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 R385 ORC find?
R385 ORC passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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