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Ford Freda

Silver and Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,498 cc

T141 TAUMOT history

T141 TAU is a silver and grey petrol Ford Freda first used on 21 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 105,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
105,538 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,392 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T141 TAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Freda
Colour
Silver and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T141 TAU was last recorded at 105,538 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,537 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,392 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,538 miles
  • 2025 – 100,439 miles
  • 2024 – 96,944 miles
  • 2023 – 92,610 miles
  • 2022 – 88,658 miles
  • 2021 – 84,512 miles
  • 2020 – 81,651 miles
  • 2019 – 72,721 miles
  • 2018 – 71,412 miles
  • 2017 – 69,792 miles
  • 2016 – 67,979 miles
  • 2015 – 65,995 miles
  • 2014 – 64,406 miles
  • 2013 – 62,758 miles
  • 2012 – 61,574 miles
  • 2011 – 60,701 miles
  • 2010 – 52,970 miles
  • 2009 – 46,055 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,538 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.

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside & Offside front brakes binding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside rear axle half shaft oil seal leaking/weeping

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside rear axle half shaft oil seal leaking/weeping

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,538 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    105,538 miles
    Test number
    610900267616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail105,537 miles (+5,098)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,537 miles
    Test number
    557747716803
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass100,439 miles (+3,495)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    100,439 miles
    Test number
    282716747796
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass96,944 miles (+4,334)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    96,944 miles
    Test number
    227861280839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,610 miles (+3,952)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    92,610 miles
    Test number
    300497362558
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass88,658 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    88,658 miles
    Test number
    162370958986
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail88,657 miles (+4,145)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,657 miles
    Test number
    691511954416
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass84,512 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    84,512 miles
    Test number
    355851869181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail84,507 miles (+2,856)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,507 miles
    Test number
    292223971319
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  10. Pass81,651 miles (+8,930)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    81,651 miles
    Test number
    527237493042
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass72,721 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    72,721 miles
    Test number
    616124282044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,709 miles (+1,297)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,709 miles
    Test number
    360904565024
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 0.37% (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass71,412 miles (+3)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    71,412 miles
    Test number
    902041889975
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside front brakes binding
    • AdvisoryNearside rear axle half shaft oil seal leaking/weeping
    • AdvisoryOffside rear axle half shaft oil seal leaking/weeping

  14. Fail71,409 miles (+1,617)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,409 miles
    Test number
    640650943582
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside front brakes binding
    • AdvisoryNearside rear axle half shaft oil seal leaking/weeping
    • AdvisoryOffside rear axle half shaft oil seal leaking/weeping

  15. Pass69,792 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,792 miles
    Test number
    381186487831
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion Under wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySounds like there is a blow from the exhaust or a loose air pipe under the engine

  16. Fail69,774 miles (+1,795)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,774 miles
    Test number
    483838199047
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion Under wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySounds like there is a blow from the exhaust or a loose air pipe under the engine

  17. Pass67,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    67,979 miles
    Test number
    896834210782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail67,979 miles (+1,984)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,979 miles
    Test number
    483307295605
    • Repaired at testAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass65,995 miles (+1,589)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    65,995 miles
    Test number
    259293345152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront offside brake has a slight bind
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to crack between tread

  20. Pass64,406 miles (+1,648)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,406 miles
    Test number
    247422724147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,758 miles (+1,184)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    62,758 miles
    Test number
    275982423158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass61,574 miles (+873)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    61,574 miles
    Test number
    396662522148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass60,701 miles (+37)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    60,701 miles
    Test number
    739644721179
    • NoteNearside rear hub seal weeping oil

  24. Fail60,664 miles (+7,694)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,664 miles
    Test number
    307915801129
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteNearside rear hub seal weeping oil

  25. Pass52,970 miles (+6,915)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    52,970 miles
    Test number
    163334830463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,055 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    46,055 miles
    Test number
    692161229064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass39,157 km
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    39,157 km
    Test number
    722138338025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T141 TAU

Does T141 TAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T141 TAU is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T141 TAU?
The MOT on T141 TAU is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T141 TAU done?
T141 TAU was recorded at 105,538 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 3,392 miles a year.
Has T141 TAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T141 TAU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T141 TAU 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 T141 TAU find?
T141 TAU passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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