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Ford Transit

Red and White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,402 cc

S70 MDBMOT history

S70 MDB is a red and white diesel Ford Transit first used on 27 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 57,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

S70 MDB red Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
57,164 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 MDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S70 MDB was last recorded at 57,164 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,164 miles · 25 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,164 miles
  • 2025 – 55,639 miles
  • 2024 – 54,947 miles
  • 2023 – 50,433 miles
  • 2022 – 49,821 miles
  • 2021 – 49,563 miles
  • 2019 – 45,323 miles
  • 2018 – 44,208 miles
  • 2017 – 42,433 miles
  • 2016 – 41,301 miles
  • 2015 – 41,266 miles
  • 2013 – 40,256 miles
  • 2011 – 38,470 miles
  • 2010 – 37,604 miles
  • 2009 – 35,618 miles
  • 2008 – 33,451 miles
  • 2007 – 32,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,164 miles
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear of subframe chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes under vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust tail pipe corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,164 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    57,164 miles
    Test number
    231170594387
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear of subframe chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail57,164 miles (+1,525)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,164 miles
    Test number
    786956259827
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear of subframe chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass55,639 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    55,639 miles
    Test number
    223145776175
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff noisy

  4. Fail55,638 miles (+691)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,638 miles
    Test number
    562767534166
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff noisy

  5. Pass54,947 miles (+4,514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    54,947 miles
    Test number
    306293668951
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass50,433 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    50,433 miles
    Test number
    381433006051
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes under vehicle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust tail pipe corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail50,422 miles (+601)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,422 miles
    Test number
    441783051515
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes under vehicle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust tail pipe corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass49,821 miles (+258)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    49,821 miles
    Test number
    857863191347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,563 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    49,563 miles
    Test number
    868099528920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail49,562 miles (+4,239)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,562 miles
    Test number
    227403729365
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 62% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousN/s/r water tank loose and unsupported on one side
    • MajorTowbar attachment insecure mounting bolts x2 missing from cross member mountings (6.1.6 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass45,323 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    45,323 miles
    Test number
    953051142170
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail45,323 miles (+1,115)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,323 miles
    Test number
    275085108451
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Bulk head (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Bulk head front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass44,208 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    44,208 miles
    Test number
    932019700119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Fail44,208 miles (+1,775)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,208 miles
    Test number
    416365804636
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Pass42,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    42,433 miles
    Test number
    823504430267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail42,433 miles (+1,132)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,433 miles
    Test number
    263192862946
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass41,301 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    41,301 miles
    Test number
    165320259999
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  18. Pass41,266 miles (+1,010)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    41,266 miles
    Test number
    217539525443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  19. Pass40,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    40,256 miles
    Test number
    927361823250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    827796022261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,470 miles (+866)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    38,470 miles
    Test number
    259067181050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2011
    Odometer
    37,604 miles
    Test number
    424972110169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail37,604 miles (+1,986)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,604 miles
    Test number
    391472900113
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass35,618 miles (+2,167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,618 miles
    Test number
    420369319157
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass33,451 miles (+458)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    33,451 miles
    Test number
    250495218127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    32,993 miles
    Test number
    412123427107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S70 MDB

Does S70 MDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S70 MDB is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S70 MDB?
The MOT on S70 MDB is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S70 MDB done?
S70 MDB was recorded at 57,164 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 1,257 miles a year.
Has S70 MDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 MDB has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S70 MDB 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 S70 MDB find?
S70 MDB passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: brake fluid warning lamp defective; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of subframe chassis, and 1 more.

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