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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T259 BNWMOT history

T259 BNW is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 152,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2024
Mileage
152,869 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T259 BNW
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
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T259 BNW was last recorded at 152,869 miles on 6 Apr 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,868 miles · 9 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 152,869 miles
  • 2022 – 152,180 miles
  • 2020 – 151,760 miles
  • 2019 – 149,397 miles
  • 2018 – 144,925 miles
  • 2017 – 143,811 miles
  • 2016 – 143,592 miles
  • 2015 – 142,022 miles
  • 2014 – 141,012 miles
  • 2013 – 140,622 miles
  • 2012 – 138,907 miles
  • 2011 – 136,633 miles
  • 2010 – 134,135 miles
  • 2009 – 129,914 miles
  • 2008 – 129,288 miles
  • 2006 – 125,836 miles
  • 2005 – 123,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,869 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Loose (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wing corrosion advisory
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer and inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis and inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer and inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,869 miles (+1)3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    152,869 miles
    Test number
    990883067222
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wing corrosion advisory
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer and inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis and inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer and inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail152,868 miles (+688)5 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,868 miles
    Test number
    293874853906
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor area at seat mounting corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Cross member corroded at lower suspension arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wing at wing corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer and inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis and inner wing corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer and inner sill corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass152,180 miles (+420)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    152,180 miles
    Test number
    881672713461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass151,760 miles (+2,363)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    151,760 miles
    Test number
    408381846592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass149,397 miles (+4,472)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    149,397 miles
    Test number
    266427231117
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass144,925 miles (+1,114)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    144,925 miles
    Test number
    696883570202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass143,811 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    143,811 miles
    Test number
    807036765321
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail143,808 miles (+216)14 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,808 miles
    Test number
    138167991441
    • FailureFront Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings x member (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wing (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings step (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings step (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wing (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  9. Pass143,592 miles (+1,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    143,592 miles
    Test number
    396089474392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top area (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass142,022 miles (+1,010)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    142,022 miles
    Test number
    385499255121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass141,012 miles (+390)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    141,012 miles
    Test number
    228107234494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass140,622 miles (+1,715)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    140,622 miles
    Test number
    485386113182
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in inner steering rack joints - N/S/F and O/S/F

  13. Pass138,907 miles (+2,274)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    138,907 miles
    Test number
    709274362118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass136,633 miles (+7)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    136,633 miles
    Test number
    485292471178
    • NoteBrake pipes across axle corroding
    • NoteN/s front anti-roll bar mounting bush slight play
    • NoteSlight oil leak engine
    • NoteSlight play in o/s and n/s front wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight play in o/s and n/s inner rack joints

  15. Fail136,626 miles (+2,491)3 failures2 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,626 miles
    Test number
    288591871476
    • FailureFront Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBrake pipes across axle corroding
    • NoteN/s front anti-roll bar mounting bush slight play
    • NoteSlight oil leak engine
    • NoteSlight play in o/s and n/s front wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight play in o/s and n/s inner rack joints

  16. Pass134,135 miles (+4,221)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    134,135 miles
    Test number
    170489040182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass129,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    129,914 miles
    Test number
    483858429117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail129,914 miles (+626)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,914 miles
    Test number
    222638729429
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront bonnet safety catch inop-

  19. Pass129,288 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    129,288 miles
    Test number
    734275568045
    • NoteFront no plate damaged

  20. Fail129,288 miles (+3,452)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,288 miles
    Test number
    781165168010
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront no plate damaged

  21. Pass125,836 miles (+1,968)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    125,836 miles
    Test number
    354623696187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass123,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    123,868 miles
    Test number
    794240825265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T259 BNW

Does T259 BNW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T259 BNW expired on 5 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T259 BNW?
The MOT on T259 BNW expired on 5 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T259 BNW done?
T259 BNW was recorded at 152,869 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2023, an average of 1,642 miles a year.
Has T259 BNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T259 BNW has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T259 BNW 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 T259 BNW find?
T259 BNW passed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2023 with 3 minor defects and 12 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; electrical wiring inadequately secured; nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked, and 12 more.

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