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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T277 VWYMOT history

T277 VWY is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Aug 2020 and it has passed 9 of 18 MOT tests, with 152,463 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Aug 2020
Mileage
152,463 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2022
MOT tests
18
9 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T277 VWY
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
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Aug 2020
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T277 VWY was last recorded at 152,463 miles on 17 Feb 2022, 2,596 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Sept 2015: 135,818 miles, lower than 136,816 miles on 16 Sept 2015.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
149,867 miles · 29 Aug 2019
Between the last two tests
2,596 miles
Average per year
2,797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 152,463 miles
  • 2019 – 149,867 miles
  • 2018 – 141,734 miles
  • 2017 – 137,186 miles
  • 2016 – 137,176 miles
  • 2015 – 135,818 miles
  • 2014 – 135,777 miles
  • 2010 – 135,602 miles
  • 2009 – 128,726 miles
  • 2008 – 123,143 miles
  • 2007 – 114,909 miles
  • 2006 – 109,840 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail152,463 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Entrance/exit step in such a condition as to affect the stability of passengers during use (9.7 (a) (iii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Rubber Bush Missing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Wing Around Shocker Top Mounting Hold and Corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Sill By Front Leaf Spring Hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength By Rear Leaf Spring Hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis By Shock Absorber Holed and Corroded, (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Entrance/exit step significantly damaged Step Holed and Corroded (9.7 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced By Drivers Door Hinges and Piller (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Sill By Front Leaf Spring Hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Center propshaft bearing/ rubber joint severely deteriorated, and has play/wear.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Primary fuel pump leaking oil onto exhaust front pipe.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail152,463 miles (+2,596)1 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,463 miles
    Test number
    789071687409
    • DangerousNearside Front Entrance/exit step in such a condition as to affect the stability of passengers during use (9.7 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Rubber Bush Missing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Wing Around Shocker Top Mounting Hold and Corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Sill By Front Leaf Spring Hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength By Rear Leaf Spring Hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis By Shock Absorber Holed and Corroded, (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Entrance/exit step significantly damaged Step Holed and Corroded (9.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced By Drivers Door Hinges and Piller (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Sill By Front Leaf Spring Hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass149,867 miles (+81)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    149,867 miles
    Test number
    713243942199
    • AdvisoryCenter propshaft bearing/ rubber joint severely deteriorated, and has play/wear.
    • AdvisoryPrimary fuel pump leaking oil onto exhaust front pipe.

  3. Fail149,786 miles (+8,052)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,786 miles
    Test number
    590204957504
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box corroded at joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCenter propshaft bearing/ rubber joint severely deteriorated, and has play/wear.
    • AdvisoryPrimary fuel pump leaking oil onto exhaust front pipe.

  4. Pass141,734 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    141,734 miles
    Test number
    280814808986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail141,727 miles (+4,541)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,727 miles
    Test number
    548894368951
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass137,186 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    137,186 miles
    Test number
    376283529058
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner wheel arches (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryHeavely waxoiled

  7. Fail137,176 miles (+1,358)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,176 miles
    Test number
    503755722804
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  8. Pass135,818 miles (-998)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    135,818 miles
    Test number
    931962136345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle has extensive underbody repairs

  9. Fail136,816 miles (+1,039)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,816 miles
    Test number
    455173285954
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle has extensive underbody repairs

  10. Pass135,777 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    135,777 miles
    Test number
    308077164268
    • NoteNearside front shockabsorber mounting in poor condition (corroded)

  11. Fail135,771 miles (+169)12 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,771 miles
    Test number
    268018954281
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front shockabsorber mounting in poor condition (corroded)

  12. Fail135,602 miles (+6,876)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,602 miles
    Test number
    202259050274
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteSlight bind on n/s rear brake.
    • NoteSlight grab on o/s front brake.
    • NoteSlight grab on rear brakes.

  13. Pass128,726 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    128,726 miles
    Test number
    442291069247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail128,724 miles (+5,581)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,724 miles
    Test number
    604030669208
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass123,143 miles (+16)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    123,143 miles
    Test number
    340320298410
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRepairs heavily undersealed
    • NoteSeveral corosion spots hsoiwng
    • NoteWipers slightly smearing screen

  16. Fail123,127 miles (+8,218)6 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,127 miles
    Test number
    683627988287
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSeveral corosion spots showing
    • NoteWipers slightly smearing screen

  17. Pass114,909 miles (+5,069)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    114,909 miles
    Test number
    731585987272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass109,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    109,840 miles
    Test number
    791436826325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T277 VWY

Does T277 VWY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T277 VWY expired on 28 Aug 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T277 VWY?
The MOT on T277 VWY expired on 28 Aug 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T277 VWY done?
T277 VWY was recorded at 152,463 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2022, an average of 2,797 miles a year.
Has T277 VWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T277 VWY has failed 9 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T277 VWY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T277 VWY find?
T277 VWY failed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2022 with 1 dangerous defect and 11 major defects: nearside front entrance/exit step in such a condition as to affect the stability of passengers during use; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn rubber bush missing; nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded, and 9 more.

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