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Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

S12 RTSMOT history

S12 RTS is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 4 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Jun 2022 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 238,505 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2022.

S12 RTS blue Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Jun 2022
Mileage
238,505 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 RTS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jun 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S12 RTS was last recorded at 238,505 miles on 20 Jun 2022, 2,136 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
236,369 miles · 17 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
2,136 miles
Average per year
3,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 238,505 miles
  • 2021 – 236,369 miles
  • 2020 – 225,615 miles
  • 2017 – 225,480 miles
  • 2016 – 220,750 miles
  • 2015 – 214,730 miles
  • 2014 – 212,026 miles
  • 2013 – 208,227 miles
  • 2012 – 206,536 miles
  • 2011 – 202,446 miles
  • 2010 – 198,612 miles
  • 2009 – 195,377 miles
  • 2008 – 193,166 miles
  • 2006 – 189,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail238,505 miles
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Spring shackle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis x1 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Spring shackle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis x 3 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Front inner wing corroded outside prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Spare tyre defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected cover missing (1.9.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail238,505 miles (+2,136)24 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,505 miles
    Test number
    164492417118
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Spring shackle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis x1 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Spring shackle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis x 3 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass236,369 miles (+10,754)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    236,369 miles
    Test number
    763735508246
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass225,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    225,615 miles
    Test number
    687973079677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail225,615 miles (+135)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,615 miles
    Test number
    265428030523
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass225,480 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    225,480 miles
    Test number
    559621550772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded outside prescribed area
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected cover missing (1.9.3b)

  6. Fail225,479 miles (+4,729)1 dangerous16 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,479 miles
    Test number
    149093779742
    • DangerousStop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring longitudinally displaced (2.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded outside prescribed area
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected cover missing (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront spot lamp broken

  7. Pass220,750 miles (+120)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    220,750 miles
    Test number
    857848893596
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexipipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion under bonnet (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion step body corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake just met efficiency requirements
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Fail220,630 miles (+5,900)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,630 miles
    Test number
    899391512788
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings lower step (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring splayed and fouling (2.4.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings lower step (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring splayed and fouling (2.4.B.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)

  9. Pass214,730 miles (+2,704)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    214,730 miles
    Test number
    448098235056
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail212,026 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,026 miles
    Test number
    249609234061
    • Repaired at testSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass212,026 miles (+3,799)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    212,026 miles
    Test number
    735359534051
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail208,227 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,227 miles
    Test number
    547343233064
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass208,227 miles (+1,691)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    208,227 miles
    Test number
    956213833060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass206,536 miles (+4,090)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    206,536 miles
    Test number
    797204832011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside rear outter tyre has cracks in side wall but not deep enough to reach cords

  15. Pass202,446 miles (+3,834)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    202,446 miles
    Test number
    338523651068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  16. Pass198,612 miles (+3,235)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    198,612 miles
    Test number
    980805750086
    • NoteN/s rack end play

  17. Pass195,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    195,377 miles
    Test number
    482450579031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail195,377 miles (+2,211)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,377 miles
    Test number
    823510079032
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass193,166 miles (+3,253)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    193,166 miles
    Test number
    902965028047
    • NoteN/s rack end play

  20. Pass189,913 miles (+5,854)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    189,913 miles
    Test number
    151981326363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass184,059 miles (+309)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    184,059 miles
    Test number
    832582516028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail183,750 miles13 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,750 miles
    Test number
    280916106045
    • FailureBrake valve damaged (3.6.A.2c)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureInner Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about S12 RTS

Does S12 RTS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S12 RTS expired on 16 Jun 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S12 RTS?
The MOT on S12 RTS expired on 16 Jun 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S12 RTS done?
S12 RTS was recorded at 238,505 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2022, an average of 3,328 miles a year.
Has S12 RTS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 RTS has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on S12 RTS 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 S12 RTS find?
S12 RTS failed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2022 with 24 major defects and 6 advisories: exhaust system insecure; fuel pipe leaking; nearside front outer seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill, and 27 more.

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