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Ford Transit

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T173 BVVMOT history

T173 BVV is a red diesel Ford Transit first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Mar 2026 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 200,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Mar 2026
Mileage
200,418 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2025
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,417 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T173 BVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T173 BVV was last recorded at 200,418 miles on 10 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Mar 2025: 200,418 miles, lower than 206,277 miles on 3 Nov 2021.

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
206,277 miles · 3 Nov 2021
Average per year
6,417 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 200,418 miles
  • 2021 – 206,277 miles
  • 2020 – 205,996 miles
  • 2018 – 205,379 miles
  • 2017 – 204,851 miles
  • 2016 – 204,414 miles
  • 2015 – 203,998 miles
  • 2007 – 89,176 miles
  • 2006 – 78,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,418 miles
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis rails corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush on both sides front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear both rear hubs corroded
  • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both front and nearside rear wheels (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion on all components front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear springs corroded

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Seat belt slight fluffing or fraying (5.1.B.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

13 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,418 miles (-5,859)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    200,418 miles
    Test number
    717215999745
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis rails corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush on both sides front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear hubs corroded
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both front and nearside rear wheels (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion on all components front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear springs corroded

  2. Fail206,277 miles (+281)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,277 miles
    Test number
    568531696500
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass205,996 miles (+7)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    205,996 miles
    Test number
    822094663633
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail205,989 miles (+9)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,989 miles
    Test number
    468645683268
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail205,980 miles (+601)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,980 miles
    Test number
    620260174705
    • MajorIndicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass205,379 miles (+528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    205,379 miles
    Test number
    616979163006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced as inner wing joins to chassis, in wheel arch behind the road wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass204,851 miles (+437)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    204,851 miles
    Test number
    652443616832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass204,414 miles (+416)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    204,414 miles
    Test number
    779207160216
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Carrier bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass203,998 miles (+114,822)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    203,998 miles
    Test number
    583887517749
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer side of chassis by bump stop over the rear axel (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  10. Pass89,176 miles (+60)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    89,176 miles
    Test number
    470854467010
    • AdvisorySeat belt slight fluffing or fraying (5.1.B.3b)

  11. Fail89,116 miles (+10,684)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,116 miles
    Test number
    963581467052
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not in good working order (not working) (1.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySeat belt slight fluffing or fraying (5.1.B.3b)

  12. Pass78,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    78,432 miles
    Test number
    822917266021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail78,432 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,432 miles
    Test number
    860746966066
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (6.3.1a)

Questions about T173 BVV

Does T173 BVV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T173 BVV expired on 9 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T173 BVV?
The MOT on T173 BVV expired on 9 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T173 BVV done?
T173 BVV was recorded at 200,418 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2025, an average of 6,417 miles a year.
Has T173 BVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T173 BVV has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T173 BVV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Mar 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T173 BVV find?
T173 BVV passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs pitted and corroded; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 10 more.

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