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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T138 TCSMOT history

T138 TCS is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Jun 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 57,196 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jun 2026
Mileage
57,196 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T138 TCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T138 TCS was last recorded at 57,196 miles on 3 Jun 2025, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,166 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
1,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 57,196 miles
  • 2024 – 57,092 miles
  • 2022 – 56,206 miles
  • 2021 – 55,841 miles
  • 2020 – 55,294 miles
  • 2019 – 54,954 miles
  • 2017 – 54,877 miles
  • 2016 – 54,464 miles
  • 2015 – 54,067 miles
  • 2013 – 48,829 miles
  • 2012 – 48,496 miles
  • 2011 – 47,688 miles
  • 2010 – 43,844 miles
  • 2009 – 42,607 miles
  • 2008 – 40,315 miles
  • 2007 – 38,610 miles
  • 2006 – 35,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,196 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel tubs and inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view centre of windscreen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front fan blades missing from viscous coupling

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,196 miles (+30)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    57,196 miles
    Test number
    657989790822
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel tubs and inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail57,166 miles (+74)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,166 miles
    Test number
    180528880486
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel tubs and inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass57,092 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    57,092 miles
    Test number
    187935709560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail57,091 miles (+885)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,091 miles
    Test number
    985223269440
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected ENGINE BAY X 2 (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced CAB STEP (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass56,206 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    56,206 miles
    Test number
    994538878704
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view centre of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail56,205 miles (+364)1 dangerous6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,205 miles
    Test number
    786726037233
    • DangerousFuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire engine bay (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shocker mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view centre of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass55,841 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    55,841 miles
    Test number
    793895877568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail55,840 miles (+546)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,840 miles
    Test number
    306101234349
    • MajorProp shaft bearing housing insecure centre bearing (6.1.7 (f) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

  9. Pass55,294 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    55,294 miles
    Test number
    374508936483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail55,290 miles (+336)1 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,290 miles
    Test number
    717211978074
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected lamp damaged (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass54,954 miles (+77)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    54,954 miles
    Test number
    428764485101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill not near any structures (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass54,877 miles (+413)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    54,877 miles
    Test number
    350629675461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,464 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    54,464 miles
    Test number
    725709400699
    • AdvisoryFront fan blades missing from viscous coupling
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Fail54,464 miles (+397)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,464 miles
    Test number
    888898624937
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront fan blades missing from viscous coupling
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass54,067 miles (+1,242)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    54,067 miles
    Test number
    295893894540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,825 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    52,825 miles
    Test number
    247467705071
    • NoteCorrosion o/s/r chassis above axle
    • NoteNo fins on cooling fan

  17. Fail52,825 miles (+3,996)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,825 miles
    Test number
    769086205076
    • FailureNearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • NoteCorrosion o/s/r chassis above axle
    • NoteNo fins on cooling fan

  18. Pass48,829 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,829 miles
    Test number
    189952773485
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  19. Fail48,810 miles (+314)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,810 miles
    Test number
    917931173036
    • FailureOffside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  20. Pass48,496 miles (+808)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    48,496 miles
    Test number
    548894722106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  21. Pass47,688 miles (+3,844)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    47,688 miles
    Test number
    129824821182
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge .

  22. Pass43,844 miles (+1,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    43,844 miles
    Test number
    121202710183
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass42,607 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,607 miles
    Test number
    180681619141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,315 miles (+1,705)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,315 miles
    Test number
    342564618157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,610 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    38,610 miles
    Test number
    743107917140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail38,592 miles (+2,639)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,592 miles
    Test number
    283075117114
    • FailureFront Fuel hose leaking (6.7.1a)

  27. Pass35,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    35,953 miles
    Test number
    930207616130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T138 TCS

Does T138 TCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T138 TCS expired on 2 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T138 TCS?
The MOT on T138 TCS expired on 2 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T138 TCS done?
T138 TCS was recorded at 57,196 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2025, an average of 1,112 miles a year.
Has T138 TCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T138 TCS has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T138 TCS 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 T138 TCS find?
T138 TCS passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2025 with 7 advisories: exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; front brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded; front inner vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis legs, and 4 more.

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