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Ford Transit

Beige · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T179 ERAMOT history

T179 ERA is a beige diesel Ford Transit first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 122,964 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
122,964 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T179 ERA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T179 ERA was last recorded at 122,964 miles on 30 May 2026, 3,550 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,414 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,550 miles
Average per year
3,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,964 miles
  • 2025 – 119,414 miles
  • 2024 – 115,180 miles
  • 2023 – 110,000 miles
  • 2022 – 108,720 miles
  • 2021 – 107,138 miles
  • 2019 – 105,581 miles
  • 2018 – 103,469 miles
  • 2017 – 101,197 miles
  • 2016 – 99,273 miles
  • 2015 – 95,936 miles
  • 2014 – 93,053 miles
  • 2013 – 88,318 miles
  • 2012 – 83,174 miles
  • 2006 – 50,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,964 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on connection point (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCar is covered with underseal paintRecorded 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi pipe over subframe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished and cracked but no play found

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished and cracked but no play found

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,964 miles (+3,550)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    122,964 miles
    Test number
    602689620043
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on connection point (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCar is covered with underseal paint

  2. Pass119,414 miles (+4,234)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    119,414 miles
    Test number
    113715456090
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCar is covered with underseal paint

  3. Pass115,180 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    115,180 miles
    Test number
    818334165733
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi pipe over subframe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished and cracked but no play found (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished and cracked but no play found (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail115,177 miles (+5,177)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,177 miles
    Test number
    474331373142
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear crossmember holed next to rear spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear crossmember holed next to rear spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear crossmember holed at towbar (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi pipe over subframe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished and cracked but no play found (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished and cracked but no play found (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass110,000 miles (+1,280)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    110,000 miles
    Test number
    241754312843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass108,720 miles (+15)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    108,720 miles
    Test number
    801416291453
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front arm front chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail108,705 miles (+1,567)10 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,705 miles
    Test number
    582780983613
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both front step and inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both front and rear inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear spring rear hanger areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front front of body corroded outside prescribed areas

  8. Pass107,138 miles (+7)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    107,138 miles
    Test number
    928800616736
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body rusted throw out

  9. Fail107,131 miles (+1,550)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,131 miles
    Test number
    716983853417
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body rusted throw out

  10. Pass105,581 miles (+2,112)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,581 miles
    Test number
    144618788852
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious braking/steering/suspension/and under body components corroded

  11. Pass103,469 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    103,469 miles
    Test number
    958147435684
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious braking/steering/suspension/and under body components corroded

  12. Fail103,460 miles (+2,263)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,460 miles
    Test number
    693957836837
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass101,197 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    101,197 miles
    Test number
    584905947214
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion general underbody (6.1.B.2)

  14. Fail101,185 miles (+1,912)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,185 miles
    Test number
    966019598252
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering rear spring hanger support (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion general underbody (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass99,273 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    99,273 miles
    Test number
    497826816928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass95,936 miles (+2,883)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,936 miles
    Test number
    318587225168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,053 miles (+4,735)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    93,053 miles
    Test number
    837030644135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass88,318 miles (+5,144)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    88,318 miles
    Test number
    636684753143
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteExhaust bracket snapped off

  19. Pass83,174 miles (+32,464)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    83,174 miles
    Test number
    298509522145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    50,710 miles
    Test number
    520899006122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T179 ERA

Does T179 ERA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T179 ERA is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T179 ERA?
The MOT on T179 ERA is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T179 ERA done?
T179 ERA was recorded at 122,964 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 3,593 miles a year.
Has T179 ERA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T179 ERA has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T179 ERA 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 T179 ERA find?
T179 ERA passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on connection point; car is covered with underseal paint.

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