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Beige · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T238 LAFMOT history

T238 LAF is a beige diesel Fiat first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 243,603 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
243,603 km
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,123 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T238 LAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T238 LAF was last recorded at 243,603 km on 8 Dec 2025, 3,410 km more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
240,193 km · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,410 km
Average per year
8,123 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 243,603 km
  • 2024 – 240,193 km
  • 2023 – 230,728 km
  • 2022 – 226,518 km
  • 2021 – 222,473 km
  • 2020 – 217,410 km
  • 2019 – 212,207 km
  • 2018 – 202,529 km
  • 2017 – 182,373 km
  • 2016 – 181,855 km
  • 2012 – 136,405 km
  • 2011 – 124,042 km
  • 2008 – 107,209 km
  • 2007 – 95,910 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass243,603 km
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass243,603 km (+3,410)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    243,603 km
    Test number
    257606691053
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Pass240,193 km (+9,465)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    240,193 km
    Test number
    583236876503
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe holed (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass230,728 km (+288)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    230,728 km
    Test number
    349862098104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mount broken
  4. Fail230,440 km (+3,922)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,440 km
    Test number
    506948858780
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced behind subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounts broken
  5. Pass226,518 km (+89)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    226,518 km
    Test number
    856637937956
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective exhaust held with modified mountings but secure at time of test (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Fail226,429 km (+3,956)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,429 km
    Test number
    987073129127
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass222,473 km (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    222,473 km
    Test number
    970983613323
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear side cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Fail222,468 km (+5,058)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,468 km
    Test number
    852238902760
    • DangerousSteering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass217,410 km (+50)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    217,410 km
    Test number
    525617479301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Fail217,360 km (+5,153)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,360 km
    Test number
    121488674555
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass212,207 km (+70)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    212,207 km
    Test number
    788831782983
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  12. Fail212,137 km (+9,608)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,137 km
    Test number
    866336364634
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded load sensing valve to flexible (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  13. Pass202,529 km (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    202,529 km
    Test number
    605561752166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  14. Fail202,520 km6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,520 km
    Test number
    498243978914
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake performance not tested wheel cylinder blown (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  15. Pass182,381 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    182,381 miles
    Test number
    165958048068
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
  16. Fail182,373 km (+518)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,373 km
    Test number
    876033983449
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
  17. Pass181,855 km
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    181,855 km
    Test number
    540361332249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail181,855 km3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,855 km
    Test number
    103987509798
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  19. Pass170,847 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    170,847 miles
    Test number
    109174064693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail170,674 miles (+11,754)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,674 miles
    Test number
    644862968874
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  21. Pass158,920 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    158,920 miles
    Test number
    669166694278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail158,796 miles (+14,749)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,796 miles
    Test number
    317136874444
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
  23. Pass144,047 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    144,047 miles
    Test number
    678845973292
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
  24. Pass136,405 km (+12,363)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    136,405 km
    Test number
    867390592294
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  25. Pass124,042 km2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    124,042 km
    Test number
    228263091292
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear number plate damaged
    • NoteRear suspension on bump stops
    • NoteVehicle overweight on axles
  26. Fail124,042 miles (+5,546)2 dangerous3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,042 miles
    Test number
    629426181216
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOver weight on rear axle according to our calibrated brake tester by 505kg and overall overweight by 315kgs
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear number plate damaged
    • NoteRear suspension on bump stops
  27. Pass118,496 miles (+7,461)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    118,496 miles
    Test number
    533693590221
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront crossmember corroded
  28. Pass111,035 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    111,035 miles
    Test number
    483339079224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail111,030 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,030 miles
    Test number
    524515479239
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  30. Pass107,209 km (+11,299)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    107,209 km
    Test number
    840337188211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  31. Pass95,910 km
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    95,910 km
    Test number
    100336977279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T238 LAF

Does T238 LAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T238 LAF is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T238 LAF?
The MOT on T238 LAF is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T238 LAF done?
T238 LAF was recorded at 243,603 km at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 8,123 km a year.
Has T238 LAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T238 LAF has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T238 LAF 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 T238 LAF find?
T238 LAF passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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