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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,496 cc

S785 EVKMOT history

S785 EVK is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 1 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 220,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2023.

S785 EVK white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2024
Mileage
220,789 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S785 EVK
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
1 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S785 EVK was last recorded at 220,789 miles on 9 Mar 2023, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Mar 2022: 142,524 miles, lower than 217,799 miles on 28 Feb 2022.

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
220,782 miles · 6 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
7,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 220,789 miles
  • 2022 – 142,524 miles
  • 2021 – 211,167 miles
  • 2020 – 206,570 miles
  • 2019 – 201,282 miles
  • 2018 – 194,187 miles
  • 2017 – 187,112 miles
  • 2016 – 180,020 miles
  • 2015 – 172,504 miles
  • 2014 – 164,954 miles
  • 2013 – 156,895 miles
  • 2012 – 149,486 miles
  • 2011 – 141,327 miles
  • 2010 – 133,347 miles
  • 2009 – 125,015 miles
  • 2008 – 113,891 miles
  • 2007 – 105,858 miles
  • 2006 – 97,776 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,789 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryLeaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush all shackle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryAll under side corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,789 miles (+7)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    220,789 miles
    Test number
    270659286779
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush all shackle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll under side corroded

  2. Fail220,782 miles (+78,258)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,782 miles
    Test number
    799421548562
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis and step (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush all shackle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll under side corroded

  3. Pass142,524 miles (-75,275)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    142,524 miles
    Test number
    821641883254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail217,799 miles (+6,632)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,799 miles
    Test number
    651433699945
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis near spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass211,167 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    211,167 miles
    Test number
    989378168540
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail211,145 miles (+4,575)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,145 miles
    Test number
    125484453253
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill/ step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass206,570 miles (+5,288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    206,570 miles
    Test number
    129612001253
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass201,282 miles (+7,095)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    201,282 miles
    Test number
    510481209435
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass194,187 miles (+7,075)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    194,187 miles
    Test number
    778729388368
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing

  10. Pass187,112 miles (+65)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    187,112 miles
    Test number
    717493958968
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail187,047 miles (+7,027)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,047 miles
    Test number
    599130100309
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis marked yellow (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass180,020 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    180,020 miles
    Test number
    406942745289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail179,938 miles (+7,434)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,938 miles
    Test number
    616084898790
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded under bonnet near inner wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre prop bearings defective

  14. Pass172,504 miles (+7,550)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    172,504 miles
    Test number
    628929245063
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteN/s/f step corroded

  15. Pass164,954 miles (+8,059)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    164,954 miles
    Test number
    875242454036
    • AdvisoryFront 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Leaf spring splayed and lightly rubbing (2.4.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Leaf spring splayed and lightly rubbing (2.4.B.1c)

  16. Pass156,895 miles (+7,409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    156,895 miles
    Test number
    698774043051
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  17. Pass149,486 miles (+8,159)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    149,486 miles
    Test number
    245350762064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass141,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    141,327 miles
    Test number
    196309651435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail141,314 miles (+7,967)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,314 miles
    Test number
    305349651048
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  20. Pass133,347 miles (+8,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    133,347 miles
    Test number
    803757350006
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass125,015 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    125,015 miles
    Test number
    551733269045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f inner sill corroded out side prescribed area

  22. Fail125,015 miles (+11,124)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,015 miles
    Test number
    373668759093
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f inner sill corroded out side prescribed area

  23. Pass113,891 miles (+8,033)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    113,891 miles
    Test number
    181472748442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass105,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    105,858 miles
    Test number
    943843647071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail105,858 miles (+8,082)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,858 miles
    Test number
    803149437072
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  26. Pass97,776 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    97,776 miles
    Test number
    230139336020
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about S785 EVK

Does S785 EVK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S785 EVK expired on 8 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S785 EVK?
The MOT on S785 EVK expired on 8 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S785 EVK done?
S785 EVK was recorded at 220,789 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2023, an average of 7,203 miles a year.
Has S785 EVK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S785 EVK has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S785 EVK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Mar 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S785 EVK find?
S785 EVK passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush all shackle bushes; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 3 more.

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