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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,496 cc

R481 FNHMOT history

R481 FNH is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 12 Jan 1998. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 31 MOT tests, with 136,158 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

R481 FNH white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
136,158 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
16 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,031 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R481 FNH
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 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R481 FNH was last recorded at 136,158 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,042 miles · 15 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
116 miles
Average per year
2,031 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,158 miles
  • 2023 – 136,042 miles
  • 2022 – 135,709 miles
  • 2020 – 134,087 miles
  • 2019 – 131,079 miles
  • 2018 – 127,612 miles
  • 2017 – 126,111 miles
  • 2015 – 126,016 miles
  • 2014 – 121,540 miles
  • 2013 – 120,303 miles
  • 2012 – 119,281 miles
  • 2011 – 113,427 miles
  • 2010 – 108,968 miles
  • 2009 – 103,017 miles
  • 2008 – 100,082 miles
  • 2007 – 98,771 miles
  • 2006 – 95,096 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,158 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass136,158 miles (+116)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    136,158 miles
    Test number
    204066913021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass136,042 miles (+333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    136,042 miles
    Test number
    332941974767
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both chassis rails and front inner wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass135,709 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    135,709 miles
    Test number
    272259080317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail135,688 miles (+1,601)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,688 miles
    Test number
    100394019432
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass134,087 miles (+3,008)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    134,087 miles
    Test number
    682953121609
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass131,079 miles (+73)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    131,079 miles
    Test number
    799306130235
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  7. Fail131,006 miles (+3,394)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,006 miles
    Test number
    786452423555
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  8. Pass127,612 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    127,612 miles
    Test number
    295466549639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail127,600 miles (+1,489)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,600 miles
    Test number
    833930563770
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass126,111 miles (+12)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    126,111 miles
    Test number
    823414561451
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail126,099 miles (+83)8 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,099 miles
    Test number
    573088446470
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureHeadlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Both headlights don't switch from main beam to dipped together (1.7.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded door step (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer door shut/B pillar (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger by fuel filler neck (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail126,016 miles (+4,476)5 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,016 miles
    Test number
    881669448824
    • FailureFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis cross member bothsides (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis / bracket (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Bracket (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Both chassis and crossmember (5.2.6)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre & rear exhausts slight blow
    • AdvisoryCoolant & oil leaks

  13. Pass121,540 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    121,540 miles
    Test number
    329874334247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail121,513 miles (+33)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,513 miles
    Test number
    215861334292
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  15. Fail121,480 miles (+1,177)6 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,480 miles
    Test number
    215614274479
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass120,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    120,303 miles
    Test number
    966755873174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail120,303 miles (+1,022)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,303 miles
    Test number
    879999663192
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailurePower steering pump insecure (2.3.6)

  18. Pass119,281 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    119,281 miles
    Test number
    966128072153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail119,279 miles (+5,852)10 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,279 miles
    Test number
    355112072174
    • FailureCentre Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteCHASSIS WEAK ,AND SIDE SILLS WEAK
    • NoteREAR CROSS MEMBER WEAK NO TOW BAR FITTED..

  20. Pass113,427 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    113,427 miles
    Test number
    518119061143
    • NoteCHASSIS HAS LOTS OF REPAIRS,

  21. Fail113,426 miles (+4,458)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,426 miles
    Test number
    209483941101
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (5.2.6)
    • FailureVehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN SIDE TOP SIDE LIGHT NOT WORKING

  22. Pass108,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    108,968 miles
    Test number
    984861030115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail108,968 miles (+5,951)6 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,968 miles
    Test number
    654530230189
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth chassis legs blistered and corroded ; both front wheel arches corroded ;
    • NoteBoth door mirrors backings missing;
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses metal sections corroded ;

  24. Pass103,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    103,017 miles
    Test number
    121643439117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail103,017 miles (+2,935)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,017 miles
    Test number
    754322729137
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front inner sills corroded outside prescribed areas.

  26. Pass100,082 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    100,082 miles
    Test number
    660203128176
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Fail100,082 miles (+1,311)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,082 miles
    Test number
    494231528125
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass98,771 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    98,771 miles
    Test number
    100483817147
    • NoteSame advisories as VT32 issued with VT30 on 23/04/2007

  29. Fail98,771 miles (+3,675)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,771 miles
    Test number
    161023217180
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  30. Pass95,096 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    95,096 miles
    Test number
    284662456456
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  31. Fail95,096 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,096 miles
    Test number
    933790156151
    • FailureNearside Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Questions about R481 FNH

Does R481 FNH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R481 FNH is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on R481 FNH?
The MOT on R481 FNH is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R481 FNH done?
R481 FNH was recorded at 136,158 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 2,031 miles a year.
Has R481 FNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R481 FNH has failed 15 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on R481 FNH 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 R481 FNH find?
R481 FNH passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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