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Toyota Hilux

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,446 cc

T256 SFLMOT history

T256 SFL is a red diesel Toyota Hilux first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 39 MOT tests, with 164,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
164,719 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
39
20 passed · 19 failed
Per year
5,220 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T256 SFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Hilux
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,446 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T256 SFL was last recorded at 164,719 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,699 miles · 10 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
5,220 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,719 miles
  • 2024 – 158,284 miles
  • 2023 – 150,739 miles
  • 2022 – 142,228 miles
  • 2021 – 134,935 miles
  • 2020 – 129,298 miles
  • 2019 – 127,058 miles
  • 2018 – 125,189 miles
  • 2017 – 122,500 miles
  • 2016 – 118,667 miles
  • 2015 – 115,744 miles
  • 2014 – 112,480 miles
  • 2013 – 109,625 miles
  • 2012 – 105,974 miles
  • 2011 – 102,725 miles
  • 2010 – 99,000 miles
  • 2009 – 93,449 miles
  • 2008 – 84,099 miles
  • 2007 – 75,049 miles
  • 2006 – 65,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,719 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively front & rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Slight play both front wheel bearings

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Power steering box damp with oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

39 tests since 24 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,719 miles (+20)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    164,719 miles
    Test number
    418910726220
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively front & rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  2. Fail164,699 miles (+6,408)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,699 miles
    Test number
    234328625902
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions both sides (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively front & rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  3. Pass158,291 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    158,291 miles
    Test number
    626984326992
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front side light lens has repair tape over a hole
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  4. Fail158,284 miles (+7,545)14 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,284 miles
    Test number
    885967193978
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired corroded and snaped (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel tyre retaining ring not correctly fitted (5.2.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt damage caused by hitting wheel weights (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel tyre retaining ring not correctly fitted (5.2.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt damage caused by hitting wheel weights (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid low
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes /unions to load valve slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes at front slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat base worn excessively
    • AdvisoryGeneral vehicle condition poor
    • AdvisoryN/s/f indicator lens broken
    • AdvisoryO/s/number plat lamp dirty and dim
    • AdvisoryO/s/r indicator slightly discoloured
    • AdvisorySlight play both front wheel bearings
    • AdvisorySteering box has light oil leak
    • AdvisoryTrack rod ends and gators hitting wheel weights
  5. Pass150,739 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    150,739 miles
    Test number
    407567253577
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy Tail pipe missing (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Indicator lens broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryRear Number plate broken but font still readable
  6. Fail150,739 miles (+8,511)5 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,739 miles
    Test number
    979823354989
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum pipe slightly rubbing on steering shaft cover
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy Tail pipe missing (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Indicator lens broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper corroded and slightly insecure but not likely to come adrift
    • AdvisoryRear Number plate broken but font still readable
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  7. Pass142,228 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    142,228 miles
    Test number
    238410651936
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat base foam deteriorated
  8. Fail142,228 miles (+7,293)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,228 miles
    Test number
    705371877791
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat base foam deteriorated
  9. Pass134,935 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    134,935 miles
    Test number
    335596848168
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft front uj has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft re uj has slight play
  10. Fail134,935 miles (+5,637)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,935 miles
    Test number
    156123214902
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft front uj has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft re uj has slight play
  11. Pass129,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    129,298 miles
    Test number
    179511405362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail129,298 miles (+2,240)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,298 miles
    Test number
    340021943015
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  13. Pass127,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    127,058 miles
    Test number
    987399874776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail127,058 miles (+1,869)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,058 miles
    Test number
    348203227591
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  15. Pass125,189 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    125,189 miles
    Test number
    654617927951
    • AdvisoryPower steering box damp with oil
    • AdvisorySlight play both front wheel bearings
  16. Fail125,189 miles (+2,689)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,189 miles
    Test number
    541047605503
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded from lode valve to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering box damp with oil
    • AdvisorySlight play both front wheel bearings
  17. Pass122,500 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    122,500 miles
    Test number
    315995414825
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat base deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPower steering box damp with oil
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s/f and o/s/f wheel bearings
  18. Fail122,500 miles (+3,833)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,500 miles
    Test number
    944091008135
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat base deteriated
    • AdvisoryPower steering box damp with oil
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s/f and o/s/f wheel bearings
  19. Pass118,667 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    118,667 miles
    Test number
    301642404936
    • AdvisorySlight play both front wheel bearings
    • AdvisoryTail bord missing
  20. Fail118,667 miles (+2,923)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,667 miles
    Test number
    743210708934
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisorySlight play both front wheel bearings
    • AdvisoryTail bord missing
  21. Pass115,744 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    115,744 miles
    Test number
    711654163103
    • AdvisoryO/s/f indicator lamp damaged
  22. Fail115,744 miles (+3,264)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,744 miles
    Test number
    480530935832
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f indicator lamp damaged
  23. Pass112,480 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    112,480 miles
    Test number
    848422234371
    • NoteBrake pipes to rear slightly corroded
    • NoteDrivers seat base worn
    • NoteO/s/f indicator lense damaged
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheel bearings
    • NoteVehicle damaged to o/s/r quater pannel/tail gate
  24. Fail112,480 miles (+2,855)12 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,480 miles
    Test number
    746770034385
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureTailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • NoteBrake pipes to rear slightly corroded
    • NoteDrivers seat base worn
    • NoteO/s/f indicator lense damaged
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheel bearings
    • NoteVehicle damaged to o/s/r quater pannel/tail gate
  25. Pass109,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    109,625 miles
    Test number
    208830443330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail109,625 miles (+3,651)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,625 miles
    Test number
    486448933483
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOffside rear light unit damaged
  27. Pass105,974 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    105,974 miles
    Test number
    715175822376
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  28. Fail105,974 miles (+3,249)2 dangerous10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,974 miles
    Test number
    975194222355
    • DangerousNearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousOffside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  29. Pass102,725 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    102,725 miles
    Test number
    237009531318
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront registration plate has slight damage
  30. Fail102,725 miles (+3,725)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,725 miles
    Test number
    666889931312
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront registration plate has slight damage
  31. Pass99,000 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    99,000 miles
    Test number
    933497630396
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  32. Fail98,999 miles (+5,550)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,999 miles
    Test number
    501186530353
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  33. Pass93,449 miles (+320)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    93,449 miles
    Test number
    882395919301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail93,129 miles (+9,030)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,129 miles
    Test number
    754658909380
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteOsr lens broken showing white light
  35. Pass84,099 miles (+9,050)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    84,099 miles
    Test number
    624057818360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass75,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    75,049 miles
    Test number
    692651037348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Fail75,049 miles (+9,757)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,049 miles
    Test number
    250740237314
    • FailureLeaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  38. Pass65,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    65,292 miles
    Test number
    740008826311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  39. Fail65,292 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,292 miles
    Test number
    890288526378
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about T256 SFL

Does T256 SFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T256 SFL is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T256 SFL?
The MOT on T256 SFL is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T256 SFL done?
T256 SFL was recorded at 164,719 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 5,220 miles a year.
Has T256 SFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T256 SFL has failed 19 of its 39 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T256 SFL 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 T256 SFL find?
T256 SFL passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front & rear.

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