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Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T263 SARMOT history

T263 SAR is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 16 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 128,974 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2023
Mileage
128,974 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,734 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T263 SAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T263 SAR was last recorded at 128,974 miles on 4 Apr 2022, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,969 miles · 31 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,734 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 128,974 miles
  • 2021 – 128,946 miles
  • 2020 – 128,014 miles
  • 2018 – 126,609 miles
  • 2017 – 124,690 miles
  • 2016 – 122,288 miles
  • 2015 – 119,495 miles
  • 2014 – 113,191 miles
  • 2013 – 109,056 miles
  • 2012 – 104,300 miles
  • 2011 – 96,162 miles
  • 2010 – 92,066 miles
  • 2009 – 86,739 miles
  • 2008 – 80,621 miles
  • 2007 – 75,107 miles
  • 2006 – 71,264 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,974 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass128,974 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    128,974 miles
    Test number
    787079141169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail128,969 miles (+23)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,969 miles
    Test number
    447037445918
    • MajorProp shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  3. Fail128,946 miles (+932)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,946 miles
    Test number
    686005553541
    • MajorBody component corroded and likely to cause injury nearside wheel arch corroded and sharp edges. (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded compensator to rear brak hose steel pipe excessively corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Fuel leak running down rear of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe corroded and split near first joint. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative hazard switch only works lamps on one side, seems random as to which side. (4.4.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front brake hose ferules corroded. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral body corrosion in many places, not considered excessive when tested.
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass128,014 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    128,014 miles
    Test number
    614782979247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail127,990 miles (+1,381)3 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,990 miles
    Test number
    442497529011
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced sill (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced sill (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced centre inner sill (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass126,609 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    126,609 miles
    Test number
    311324827643
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail126,587 miles (+1,897)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,587 miles
    Test number
    980496931335
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass124,690 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    124,690 miles
    Test number
    778000392109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (2.4.A.3)

  9. Fail124,686 miles (+2,398)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,686 miles
    Test number
    802584578119
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking Leak off set (7.2.3)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass122,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    122,288 miles
    Test number
    585749133706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail122,288 miles (+2,793)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,288 miles
    Test number
    747545319502
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass119,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    119,495 miles
    Test number
    452571911485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail119,495 miles (+6,304)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,495 miles
    Test number
    520503397985
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  14. Pass113,191 miles (+4,135)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    113,191 miles
    Test number
    386012974473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass109,056 miles (+4,756)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    109,056 miles
    Test number
    507835773238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass104,300 miles (+8,138)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    104,300 miles
    Test number
    869222582255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass96,162 miles (+4,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    96,162 miles
    Test number
    385040551210
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Pass92,066 miles (+5,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    92,066 miles
    Test number
    431280880268
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass86,739 miles (+6,118)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    86,739 miles
    Test number
    634274699251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass80,621 miles (+5,514)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    80,621 miles
    Test number
    383283888434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,107 miles (+3,843)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    75,107 miles
    Test number
    383780097254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass71,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    71,264 miles
    Test number
    651373796225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T263 SAR

Does T263 SAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T263 SAR expired on 3 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T263 SAR?
The MOT on T263 SAR expired on 3 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T263 SAR done?
T263 SAR was recorded at 128,974 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2022, an average of 3,734 miles a year.
Has T263 SAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T263 SAR has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T263 SAR 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 T263 SAR find?
T263 SAR passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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