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Ford Transit

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 2,198 cc

T12 FDAMOT history

T12 FDA is a grey diesel Ford Transit first used on 12 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 185,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
185,248 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T12 FDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T12 FDA was last recorded at 185,248 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 919 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,329 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
919 miles
Average per year
9,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,248 miles
  • 2025 – 184,329 miles
  • 2024 – 181,997 miles
  • 2023 – 175,701 miles
  • 2022 – 157,350 miles
  • 2021 – 151,702 miles
  • 2020 – 147,978 miles
  • 2019 – 144,477 miles
  • 2018 – 133,989 miles
  • 2017 – 115,144 miles
  • 2016 – 94,755 miles
  • 2015 – 75,097 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,248 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryVEHICLE COLOUR CHANGE TO GRAY BOTH CHASSIS PLATES CORRECT AND VISABLE

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear seats folded not allowing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,248 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    185,248 miles
    Test number
    164110626971
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryVEHICLE COLOUR CHANGE TO GRAY BOTH CHASSIS PLATES CORRECT AND VISABLE

  2. Fail185,248 miles (+919)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,248 miles
    Test number
    994934474492
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low and too far to the right. BOTH HEAD LIGHTS TOO FAR TO RIGHT (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryVEHICLE COLOUR CHANGE TO GRAY BOTH CHASSIS PLATES CORRECT AND VISABLE

  3. Pass184,329 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    184,329 miles
    Test number
    979282823125
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail184,329 miles (+2,332)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,329 miles
    Test number
    727239573379
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass181,997 miles (+6,296)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    181,997 miles
    Test number
    784366650485
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass175,701 miles (+18,351)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    175,701 miles
    Test number
    522484068588
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass157,350 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    157,350 miles
    Test number
    661554403453
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Number plate lamp dim

  8. Fail157,350 miles (+5,648)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,350 miles
    Test number
    193978381999
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Incorrect rotation (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Incorrect rotation (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Number plate lamp dim

  9. Pass151,702 miles (+3,724)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    151,702 miles
    Test number
    148935998019
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded not allowing full inspection

  10. Pass147,978 miles (+3,501)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    147,978 miles
    Test number
    906924024844
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded not allowing full inspection

  11. Pass144,477 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    144,477 miles
    Test number
    229982714587
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear seat folded down not allowing full inspection

  12. Fail144,477 miles (+10,488)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,477 miles
    Test number
    274355976567
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear seat folded down not allowing full inspection

  13. Pass133,989 miles (+18,845)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    133,989 miles
    Test number
    413808487894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass115,144 miles (+20,389)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    115,144 miles
    Test number
    763983044453
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit EDGE WORN SMOOTH (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass94,755 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    94,755 miles
    Test number
    386732801743
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail94,755 miles (+19,658)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,755 miles
    Test number
    206878570461
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass75,097 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    75,097 miles
    Test number
    127110575030
    • NoteParking brake warning lamp stays on.
    • NoteRear brake discs worn.

  18. Fail75,097 miles5 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,097 miles
    Test number
    559360475086
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOuter Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteParking brake warning lamp stays on.
    • NoteRear brake discs worn.

Questions about T12 FDA

Does T12 FDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T12 FDA is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T12 FDA?
The MOT on T12 FDA is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T12 FDA done?
T12 FDA was recorded at 185,248 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 9,973 miles a year.
Has T12 FDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T12 FDA has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T12 FDA 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 T12 FDA find?
T12 FDA passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre obviously under inflated; vehicle colour change to gray both chassis plates correct and visable.

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