Dennis

Cream · Diesel · 1999

T278 BPRMOT history

T278 BPR is a cream diesel Dennis first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 3 of 4 MOT tests, with 195,579 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
195,579 km
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
4
3 passed · 1 failed
Per year
0 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T278 BPR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Dennis
Colour
Cream
Fuel type
Diesel
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T278 BPR was last recorded at 195,579 km on 2 Jun 2026, 0 km more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
195,579 km · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
0 km
Average per year
0 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,579 km
  • 2025 – 195,579 km
  • 2024 – 195,579 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,579 km
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

4 tests since 31 Jan 2024, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,579 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    195,579 km
    Test number
    427604551675
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass195,579 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    195,579 km
    Test number
    857526118007
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass195,579 km1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    195,579 km
    Test number
    834532431308
    • MinorOffside Rear Steering box leaking oil Pump unit (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff pin seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail195,579 miles2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,579 miles
    Test number
    625264485592
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge displaying wear to inner of tyre structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge displaying wear into tyre structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam excessive side play/ no lift (5.1.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general corrosion under side unable to see parts due to dirt build up (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about T278 BPR

Does T278 BPR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T278 BPR is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T278 BPR?
The MOT on T278 BPR is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T278 BPR done?
T278 BPR was recorded at 195,579 km at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 0 km a year.
Has T278 BPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T278 BPR has failed 1 of its 4 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T278 BPR 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 T278 BPR find?
T278 BPR passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear oil leak, but not excessive; rear vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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