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Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,496 cc

SES 849MOT history

SES 849 is a green diesel Ford Transit first used on 4 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 132,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

SES 849 green Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
132,570 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SES 849
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SES 849 was last recorded at 132,570 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,568 miles · 23 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,570 miles
  • 2025 – 130,685 miles
  • 2024 – 128,056 miles
  • 2023 – 127,432 miles
  • 2021 – 127,429 miles
  • 2020 – 125,424 miles
  • 2019 – 123,131 miles
  • 2018 – 118,747 miles
  • 2017 – 112,408 miles
  • 2016 – 109,382 miles
  • 2015 – 107,853 miles
  • 2014 – 104,784 miles
  • 2013 – 96,800 miles
  • 2012 – 89,566 miles
  • 2011 – 82,908 miles
  • 2010 – 77,442 miles
  • 2009 – 71,439 miles
  • 2008 – 65,703 miles
  • 2007 – 59,187 miles
  • 2006 – 50,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,570 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,570 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    132,570 miles
    Test number
    803994512421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail132,568 miles (+1,883)3 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,568 miles
    Test number
    303306212088
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass130,685 miles (+2,629)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    130,685 miles
    Test number
    436793966786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass128,056 miles (+624)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    128,056 miles
    Test number
    217170567844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass127,432 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    127,432 miles
    Test number
    296996897696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail127,429 miles (+2,005)2 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,429 miles
    Test number
    970082828279
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear left to right (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryN/S Step corroded but secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/S Sill corroded & holed but secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  7. Pass125,424 miles (+2,293)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    125,424 miles
    Test number
    458790335705
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear & Rear Left to Right (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/S/F step starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F Step starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  8. Pass123,131 miles (+4,384)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    123,131 miles
    Test number
    577041895163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,747 miles (+6,339)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    118,747 miles
    Test number
    811889443967
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  10. Pass112,408 miles (+3,026)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    112,408 miles
    Test number
    979530437791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,382 miles (+1,529)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    109,382 miles
    Test number
    378905377399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass107,853 miles (+3,069)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    107,853 miles
    Test number
    346546265164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,784 miles (+7,984)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    104,784 miles
    Test number
    468855554143
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber split
    • NoteDrivers door catch (outer) stiff in operation
    • NoteSlight oil leak on engine

  14. Pass96,800 miles (+27)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    96,800 miles
    Test number
    757656053109
    • NoteN/s/r spring slight out of alignment
    • NoteSlight oil leak on engine

  15. Fail96,773 miles (+7,207)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,773 miles
    Test number
    665260153141
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/s/r spring slight out of alignment
    • NoteNote - emissions test result may alter when exhaust repaired
    • NoteSlight oil leak on engine

  16. Pass89,566 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    89,566 miles
    Test number
    148781152128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSmoke test carrier out after exhaust repair

  17. Fail89,566 miles (+6,658)1 repaired6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,566 miles
    Test number
    269201252418
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSmoke test carrier out after exhaust repair

  18. Pass82,908 miles (+5,466)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    82,908 miles
    Test number
    645931751188
    • NoteSLIGHT - play in n/s track rod end
    • NoteCentre exhaust support rubber streched
    • NoteHandbrake pull rod support bracket snapped
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear springs slight out of alignment
    • NoteRear silencer box outer skin corroded
    • NoteSlight "blow" on exhaust - suspect exhaust manifold
    • NoteSlight damage to fuel cap
    • NoteSlight oil leak on engine

  19. Pass77,442 miles (+6,003)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2011
    Odometer
    77,442 miles
    Test number
    623687630173
    • NoteSLIGHT - play in n/s/f wheel bearing
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear springs slight out of alignment
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear tyres approaching legal limit on treads and cut in n/s/r tyre sidewall (not to cord)
    • NoteSlight damage to fuel cap
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s/r wing trim panel
    • NoteSlight oil leaks on engine and diff

  20. Pass71,439 miles (+5,736)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    71,439 miles
    Test number
    493198739188
    • NoteHandbrake pull rod support bracket broken
    • NoteN/s/r spring slight out of alignment
    • NoteSpare wheel "swinging " carrier wire - can't fall off but advise tighten

  21. Pass65,703 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    65,703 miles
    Test number
    850191448185
    • NoteHandbrake pull rod support bracket broken
    • NoteN/s/f tyre approaching legal limit on tread
    • NotePin hole in centre exhaust silencer
    • NoteSlight damage to fuel cap
    • NoteSlight oil leak on engine
    • NoteSplit in clutch pedal rubber

  22. Fail65,703 miles (+6,516)1 failure6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,703 miles
    Test number
    193521148132
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHandbrake pull rod support bracket broken
    • NoteN/s/f tyre approaching legal limit on tread
    • NotePin hole in centre exhaust silencer
    • NoteSlight damage to fuel cap
    • NoteSlight oil leak on engine
    • NoteSplit in clutch pedal rubber

  23. Fail59,187 miles1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,187 miles
    Test number
    623128537100
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Note"rivet" in o/s/f tyre
    • NoteSLIGHT - play in n/s track rod end
    • NoteHand-brake pull rod support bracket broken
    • NoteSlight damage to screen in swept area
    • NoteSlight oil leak on turbo unit

  24. Pass59,187 miles (+8,992)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    59,187 miles
    Test number
    943958837116
    • Note"rivet" in o/s/f tyre
    • NoteSLIGHT - play in n/s track rod end
    • NoteHand-brake pull rod support bracket broken
    • NoteSlight damage to screen in swept area
    • NoteSlight oil leak on turbo unit

  25. Pass50,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    50,195 miles
    Test number
    600373946121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about SES 849

What vehicle is registration SES 849 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SES 849 on a green diesel Ford Transit first used on 4 Jun 2001. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SES 849 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SES 849 is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on SES 849?
The MOT on SES 849 is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SES 849 done?
SES 849 was recorded at 132,570 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 4,186 miles a year.
Has SES 849 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SES 849 has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on SES 849 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 SES 849 find?
SES 849 passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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