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Ford Transit

Yellow · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

S48 UMYMOT history

S48 UMY is a yellow diesel Ford Transit first used on 8 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 151,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

S48 UMY yellow Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
151,104 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,314 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S48 UMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S48 UMY was last recorded at 151,104 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 1,312 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,792 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,312 miles
Average per year
3,314 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,104 miles
  • 2025 – 149,792 miles
  • 2024 – 146,511 miles
  • 2023 – 144,554 miles
  • 2021 – 144,166 miles
  • 2020 – 143,134 miles
  • 2019 – 141,295 miles
  • 2018 – 140,690 miles
  • 2017 – 136,429 miles
  • 2016 – 136,426 miles
  • 2015 – 130,328 miles
  • 2014 – 111,386 miles
  • 2012 – 88,997 miles
  • 2011 – 88,736 miles
  • 2007 – 87,581 miles
  • 2006 – 85,917 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,104 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 Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Surface corrosion to various areas under vehicle

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass151,104 miles (+1,312)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    151,104 miles
    Test number
    597560086925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass149,792 miles (+3,281)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    149,792 miles
    Test number
    784064600322
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass146,511 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    146,511 miles
    Test number
    462758339582
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  4. Fail146,511 miles (+71)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,511 miles
    Test number
    843471788666
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  5. Fail146,440 miles (+17)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,440 miles
    Test number
    168677164608
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes/fuel pipes are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has corrosion bluid up

  6. Fail146,423 miles (+1,869)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,423 miles
    Test number
    436793722524
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  7. Pass144,554 miles (+388)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    144,554 miles
    Test number
    353428660607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass144,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    144,166 miles
    Test number
    579792865284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail144,166 miles (+1,032)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,166 miles
    Test number
    529988776775
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass143,134 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    143,134 miles
    Test number
    373589129698
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides side sill slightly corroded (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail143,134 miles (+1,839)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,134 miles
    Test number
    626061665536
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides side sill slightly corroded (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass141,295 miles (+605)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    141,295 miles
    Test number
    925882065812
    • AdvisoryFront inner bays/body
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner archs/floor/crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIce cream van conversion

  13. Pass140,690 miles (+4,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    140,690 miles
    Test number
    898365758234
    • AdvisoryIce cream van
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion rear body/crossmember

  14. Pass136,429 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    136,429 miles
    Test number
    688473269124
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s steering rack inner end slight play
    • AdvisoryO/s parking brake only met efficiency the system may require adjustment or repair
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various areas under vehicle

  15. Fail136,428 miles (+2)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,428 miles
    Test number
    123784834239
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s steering rack inner end slight play
    • AdvisoryO/s parking brake only met efficiency the system may require adjustment or repair
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various areas under vehicle

  16. Pass136,426 miles (+6,098)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    136,426 miles
    Test number
    400981205355
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center flixi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to various areas under vehicle

  17. Pass130,328 miles (+4)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    130,328 miles
    Test number
    866271055006
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/r outer sill slight dent
    • NoteSurface corrosion to various areas under vehicle

  18. Fail130,324 miles (+18,938)2 dangerous3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,324 miles
    Test number
    496330755039
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/r outer sill slight dent
    • NoteSurface corrosion to various areas under vehicle

  19. Pass111,386 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    111,386 miles
    Test number
    938544804014
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing

  20. Fail111,383 miles (+22,386)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,383 miles
    Test number
    277583304096
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing

  21. Pass88,997 miles (+8)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    88,997 miles
    Test number
    778213892016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking

  22. Fail88,989 miles (+253)7 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,989 miles
    Test number
    439157482083
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking

  23. Fail88,736 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,736 miles
    Test number
    299857911445
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront discs corroded due to standing for 18 months

  24. Pass88,736 miles (+1,155)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    88,736 miles
    Test number
    398527711120
    • NoteFront discs corroded due to standing for 18 months

  25. Pass87,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    87,581 miles
    Test number
    730971517228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail87,581 miles (+1,664)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,581 miles
    Test number
    574891517290
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass85,917 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    85,917 miles
    Test number
    470802116207
    • NoteVarious surface corrosion to front and rear chassis unable to penatrate any corrosion

Questions about S48 UMY

Does S48 UMY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S48 UMY is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S48 UMY?
The MOT on S48 UMY is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S48 UMY done?
S48 UMY was recorded at 151,104 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 3,314 miles a year.
Has S48 UMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S48 UMY has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on S48 UMY 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 S48 UMY find?
S48 UMY passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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