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Ford Freda

White and Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,490 cc

T271 BFWMOT history

T271 BFW is a white and silver diesel Ford Freda first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 127,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Mar 2026
Mileage
127,514 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2025
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T271 BFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Freda
Colour
White and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,490 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T271 BFW was last recorded at 127,514 miles on 27 Mar 2025, 626 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Mar 2021: 121,861 km, lower than 124,329 km on 6 Mar 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,888 miles · 28 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
626 miles
Average per year
3,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 127,514 miles
  • 2024 – 126,888 miles
  • 2017 – 111,648 miles
  • 2016 – 99,500 miles
  • 2015 – 90,193 miles
  • 2014 – 88,605 miles
  • 2013 – 87,101 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,514 miles
  • AdvisoryALL BRAKE PIPES CORRODED AND COATED IN SEALERRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • HEAVILY UNDERSEALED UNDER BODY

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • LOTS OF CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • WATER PIPES LEAKING BOTH OFFSIDE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Feb 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,514 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    127,514 miles
    Test number
    204677970611
    • AdvisoryALL BRAKE PIPES CORRODED AND COATED IN SEALER
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail127,289 km2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,289 km
    Test number
    872610463832
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL BRAKE PIPES CORRODED AND COATED IN SEALER
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass126,888 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    126,888 miles
    Test number
    536205693144
    • AdvisoryHEAVILY UNDERSEALED UNDER BODY
    • AdvisoryLOTS OF CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWATER PIPES LEAKING BOTH OFFSIDE

  4. Fail126,888 km (+146)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,888 km
    Test number
    231016557677
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CROSS MEMBER (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength WHEEL BOX TOWARDS REAR (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength WHEEL BOX TOWARDS FRONT (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHEAVILY UNDERSEALED UNDER BODY
    • AdvisoryLOTS OF CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWATER PIPES LEAKING BOTH OFFSIDE

  5. Fail126,742 km (+1,225)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,742 km
    Test number
    158183540319
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCAR COVERED IN UNDERSEAL
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass125,517 km (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    125,517 km
    Test number
    655810848933
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of body under sealed

  7. Fail125,512 km (+7)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,512 km
    Test number
    735644317158
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner arch holed
    • AdvisoryUnder side of body under sealed

  8. Fail125,505 km (+3,644)7 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,505 km
    Test number
    633709100702
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner arch (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll outer wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rubber hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rubber hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass121,861 km (-2,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    121,861 km
    Test number
    892360572417
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVan corroded in parts

  10. Pass124,329 km (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    124,329 km
    Test number
    112217613778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail124,327 km (+2,469)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,327 km
    Test number
    256078018054
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  12. Pass121,858 km (+1,665)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    121,858 km
    Test number
    842595147269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass120,193 km
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    120,193 km
    Test number
    668259161886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass111,648 miles (+12,148)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    111,648 miles
    Test number
    110496325748
    • AdvisoryFRONT CROSSMEMBER CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE INNER AND OUTER SIDESILLS FULL LENGTH STARTING TO CORRODE.
    • AdvisoryNSF AND OSF TYRE SIDEWALLS PERISHED

  15. Pass99,500 miles (+9,307)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    99,500 miles
    Test number
    172612744158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,193 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,193 miles
    Test number
    408092295069
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass90,193 miles (+1,588)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    90,193 miles
    Test number
    676812495068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass88,605 miles (+1,504)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    88,605 miles
    Test number
    188609834407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass87,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    87,101 miles
    Test number
    156262343082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail87,101 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,101 miles
    Test number
    738858033036
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about T271 BFW

Does T271 BFW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T271 BFW expired on 27 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T271 BFW?
The MOT on T271 BFW expired on 27 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T271 BFW done?
T271 BFW was recorded at 127,514 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2025, an average of 3,331 miles a year.
Has T271 BFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T271 BFW has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T271 BFW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Mar 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T271 BFW find?
T271 BFW passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2025 with 3 advisories: all brake pipes corroded and coated in sealer; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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