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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,496 cc

R721 KWOMOT history

R721 KWO is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 5 Jun 1998. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 162,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

R721 KWO white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
162,186 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,925 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R721 KWO
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
5 Jun 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R721 KWO was last recorded at 162,186 miles on 1 May 2026, 1,128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 May 2026: 123,456 miles, lower than 161,058 miles on 29 Apr 2025.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,058 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,128 miles
Average per year
1,925 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,186 miles
  • 2025 – 161,058 miles
  • 2024 – 159,768 miles
  • 2023 – 158,908 miles
  • 2022 – 158,282 miles
  • 2021 – 156,604 miles
  • 2019 – 153,314 miles
  • 2018 – 150,020 miles
  • 2017 – 146,855 miles
  • 2016 – 144,981 miles
  • 2015 – 143,377 miles
  • 2014 – 141,410 miles
  • 2013 – 139,650 miles
  • 2012 – 137,211 miles
  • 2011 – 134,483 miles
  • 2010 – 131,838 miles
  • 2009 – 129,214 miles
  • 2008 – 127,271 miles
  • 2007 – 125,266 miles
  • 2006 – 123,513 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,186 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Oil leaks

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Various oil leaks

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass162,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    162,186 miles
    Test number
    632081012133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,456 miles (-37,602)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,456 miles
    Test number
    384359995362
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass161,058 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    161,058 miles
    Test number
    191239280928
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  4. Fail161,057 miles (+1,289)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,057 miles
    Test number
    297978766968
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  5. Pass159,768 miles (+860)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    159,768 miles
    Test number
    817269775967
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  6. Pass158,908 miles (+626)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    158,908 miles
    Test number
    349644218151
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  7. Pass158,282 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    158,282 miles
    Test number
    271990077121
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  8. Fail158,279 miles (+1,675)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,279 miles
    Test number
    636741859032
    • MajorFuel system component leaking filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  9. Pass156,604 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    156,604 miles
    Test number
    916404717858
    • AdvisoryMany parts of structure at earlier stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  10. Fail156,602 miles (+3,288)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,602 miles
    Test number
    574019697633
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMany parts of structure at earlier stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  11. Pass153,314 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    153,314 miles
    Test number
    178064690328
    • AdvisoryMany parts of vehicle starting to corrode or have been repaired
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes surface rusted

  12. Fail153,305 miles (+3,285)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,305 miles
    Test number
    623094553274
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryMany parts of vehicle starting to corrode or have been repaired
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes surface rusted

  13. Pass150,020 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    150,020 miles
    Test number
    885004286706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySome non structural parts at advanced stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  14. Fail150,019 miles (+3,164)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,019 miles
    Test number
    141512786744
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySome non structural parts at advanced stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  15. Pass146,855 miles (+1,874)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    146,855 miles
    Test number
    984840771703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySome non structural parts of vehicle at advanced stages of corrosion
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  16. Pass144,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    144,981 miles
    Test number
    403048666137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail144,980 miles (+1,603)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,980 miles
    Test number
    149318470142
    • FailureFuel system component leaking diesel filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass143,377 miles (+1,967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    143,377 miles
    Test number
    745319595064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass141,410 miles (+1,760)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    141,410 miles
    Test number
    437215184027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass139,650 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    139,650 miles
    Test number
    888800223133
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail139,648 miles (+2,437)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,648 miles
    Test number
    208019313470
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion and holes on n/s inner and outer sills but not within a prescribed area.

  22. Pass137,211 miles (+2,728)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    137,211 miles
    Test number
    127834092406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wall starting to perish

  23. Pass134,483 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    134,483 miles
    Test number
    199586591496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  24. Fail134,482 miles (+2,644)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,482 miles
    Test number
    928445691086
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  25. Pass131,838 miles (+4)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    131,838 miles
    Test number
    524547030121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly.

  26. Fail131,834 miles (+2,620)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,834 miles
    Test number
    310244820161
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly.

  27. Pass129,214 miles (+1,943)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    129,214 miles
    Test number
    123426089436
    • NoteREAR WHEELS BIND. FLUID LEAKS UNDERSIDE. FRONT BRAKE PIPES CORRODED. DIIFF LEAKS.
    • NoteFuel cap very stiff to unlock. battery loose. fan belt loose.

  28. Pass127,271 miles (+2,005)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    127,271 miles
    Test number
    170403178474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass125,266 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    125,266 miles
    Test number
    122498887089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass123,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    123,513 miles
    Test number
    902268886085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R721 KWO

Does R721 KWO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R721 KWO is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R721 KWO?
The MOT on R721 KWO is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R721 KWO done?
R721 KWO was recorded at 162,186 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 1,925 miles a year.
Has R721 KWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R721 KWO has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2026.
Has the mileage on R721 KWO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 May 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R721 KWO find?
R721 KWO passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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