Ford logo

Ford Transit

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,496 cc

S738 JCSMOT history

S738 JCS is a red diesel Ford Transit first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2024 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 147,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2023.

S738 JCS red Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2024
Mileage
147,190 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2023
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,071 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S738 JCS in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S738 JCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S738 JCS was last recorded at 147,190 miles on 3 Feb 2023, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Jan 2023: 147,167 miles, lower than 173,756 miles on 16 Jul 2020.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
147,167 miles · 25 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
2,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 147,190 miles
  • 2020 – 173,756 miles
  • 2018 – 173,308 miles
  • 2017 – 163,587 miles
  • 2016 – 145,768 miles
  • 2015 – 145,758 miles
  • 2012 – 136,891 miles
  • 2010 – 132,480 miles
  • 2009 – 128,532 miles
  • 2008 – 125,810 miles
  • 2007 – 120,089 miles
  • 2006 – 116,739 miles
  • 2005 – 111,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,190 miles
  • AdvisoryFULL UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE LIGHT CORROSION HEAVLY UNDER SEALEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 28 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,190 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    147,190 miles
    Test number
    665669623436
    • AdvisoryFULL UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE LIGHT CORROSION HEAVLY UNDER SEALED

  2. Fail147,167 miles (-26,589)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,167 miles
    Test number
    108565586002
    • MajorCentral Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFULL UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE LIGHT CORROSION HEAVLY UNDER SEALED

  3. Pass173,756 miles (+448)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    173,756 miles
    Test number
    722265678724
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass173,308 miles (+9,721)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    173,308 miles
    Test number
    711513386931
    • AdvisorySteering slightly stiff

  5. Pass163,587 miles (+17,819)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    163,587 miles
    Test number
    605498608347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  6. Pass145,768 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    145,768 miles
    Test number
    334783791849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail145,758 miles (+8,867)1 dangerous21 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,758 miles
    Test number
    556277425120
    • DangerousOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureCentre Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • FailureFront Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing

  8. Pass136,891 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    136,891 miles
    Test number
    446316232137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail136,890 miles (+4,410)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,890 miles
    Test number
    477689612192
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBattery in secure

  10. Pass132,480 miles (+239)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    132,480 miles
    Test number
    614227520324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail132,241 miles (+3,709)20 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,241 miles
    Test number
    931422210349
    • FailureCentre Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.1.9)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre side walls on a twin fitment are contacting each other (4.1.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

  12. Pass128,532 miles (+2,722)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    128,532 miles
    Test number
    234203329385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass125,810 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    125,810 miles
    Test number
    392226828381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail125,802 miles (+5,713)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,802 miles
    Test number
    670385628300
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass120,089 miles (+3,350)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    120,089 miles
    Test number
    703751317309
    • NoteWELDING O/S N/S DOOR STEPS N/S REAQR INNER TYRE REAR B.PIPE REAR LIGHTS

  16. Pass116,739 miles (+5,309)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    116,739 miles
    Test number
    210663996297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass111,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    111,430 miles
    Test number
    762131405339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S738 JCS

Does S738 JCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S738 JCS expired on 2 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S738 JCS?
The MOT on S738 JCS expired on 2 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S738 JCS done?
S738 JCS was recorded at 147,190 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2023, an average of 2,071 miles a year.
Has S738 JCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S738 JCS has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on S738 JCS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Jan 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S738 JCS find?
S738 JCS passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2023 with 1 advisory: full under side of vehicle light corrosion heavly under sealed.

Related registrations

Browse all S738 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.