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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T231 JDAMOT history

T231 JDA is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 10 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 184,804 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Dec 2026
Mileage
184,804 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T231 JDA
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
10 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T231 JDA was last recorded at 184,804 miles on 6 Dec 2025, 402 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Nov 2009: 107,002 miles, lower than 156,255 miles on 5 Mar 2008.
  • 27 Mar 2023: 183,085 miles, lower than 186,223 miles on 10 Jan 2022.

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
184,402 miles · 27 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
402 miles
Average per year
4,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 184,804 miles
  • 2024 – 184,402 miles
  • 2023 – 183,085 miles
  • 2022 – 186,223 miles
  • 2020 – 185,851 miles
  • 2019 – 185,524 miles
  • 2018 – 183,735 miles
  • 2017 – 182,082 miles
  • 2015 – 179,999 miles
  • 2014 – 179,536 miles
  • 2013 – 178,284 miles
  • 2012 – 175,669 miles
  • 2011 – 172,930 miles
  • 2010 – 109,294 miles
  • 2009 – 107,002 miles
  • 2008 – 156,255 miles
  • 2007 – 122,757 miles
  • 2006 – 88,322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,804 miles
  • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,804 miles (+402)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    184,804 miles
    Test number
    518231313331
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass184,402 miles (+1,317)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    184,402 miles
    Test number
    411870875458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass183,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    183,085 miles
    Test number
    538612402320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail183,085 miles (-3,138)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,085 miles
    Test number
    958217347871
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower door step (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass186,223 miles (+372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    186,223 miles
    Test number
    512111492303
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass185,851 miles (+327)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    185,851 miles
    Test number
    893152581693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass185,524 miles (+1,789)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    185,524 miles
    Test number
    127501567770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass183,735 miles (+1,084)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    183,735 miles
    Test number
    110258148341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass182,651 miles (+569)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    182,651 miles
    Test number
    743427129124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass182,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    182,082 miles
    Test number
    326595494728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail182,082 miles (+2,083)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,082 miles
    Test number
    584669203427
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass179,999 miles (+463)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    179,999 miles
    Test number
    830435766787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass179,536 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    179,536 miles
    Test number
    588177005081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail179,536 miles (+1,252)16 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,536 miles
    Test number
    457755564475
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFront Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass178,284 miles (+2,615)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    178,284 miles
    Test number
    479442463371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass175,669 miles (+2,739)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    175,669 miles
    Test number
    378314462307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass172,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    172,930 miles
    Test number
    218635661329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail172,930 miles (+63,636)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,930 miles
    Test number
    927475961387
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass109,294 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    109,294 miles
    Test number
    233714620356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass107,002 miles (-49,253)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    107,002 miles
    Test number
    734877729327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass156,255 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    156,255 miles
    Test number
    532295768052
    • NoteNear side rear mud gaurd missing
    • NoteProp shaft bearings worn to xs

  22. Fail156,255 miles (+33,498)10 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,255 miles
    Test number
    144770668454
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • NoteNear side rear mud gaurd missing
    • NoteProp shaft bearings worn to xs

  23. Pass122,757 miles (+284)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    122,757 miles
    Test number
    311424277018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail122,473 miles (+34,151)9 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,473 miles
    Test number
    550401577028
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureSuspension spring mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre on legal limit;advise to replace.
    • NotePropshaft centre/rear universal joint has slight play.
    • NotePropshaft front bearing/do-nut faulty.
    • NoteSlight play at offside of steering rack.

  25. Pass88,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    88,322 miles
    Test number
    182899266003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail88,322 miles7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,322 miles
    Test number
    434952366019
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Questions about T231 JDA

Does T231 JDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T231 JDA is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T231 JDA?
The MOT on T231 JDA is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T231 JDA done?
T231 JDA was recorded at 184,804 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2025, an average of 4,882 miles a year.
Has T231 JDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T231 JDA has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T231 JDA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 23 Nov 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T231 JDA find?
T231 JDA passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: central windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front rear.

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