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Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T278 EBFMOT history

T278 EBF is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 123,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2024
Mileage
123,509 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2024
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T278 EBF
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
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T278 EBF was last recorded at 123,509 miles on 13 Mar 2024, 2,074 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,435 miles · 10 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
2,074 miles
Average per year
3,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 123,509 miles
  • 2023 – 121,435 miles
  • 2022 – 119,826 miles
  • 2021 – 117,519 miles
  • 2020 – 114,754 miles
  • 2019 – 112,760 miles
  • 2018 – 109,671 miles
  • 2017 – 103,095 miles
  • 2016 – 97,568 miles
  • 2015 – 92,773 miles
  • 2014 – 87,971 miles
  • 2013 – 84,917 miles
  • 2012 – 80,190 miles
  • 2011 – 76,528 miles
  • 2010 – 73,465 miles
  • 2008 – 67,959 miles
  • 2007 – 62,026 miles
  • 2006 – 55,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail123,509 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner valance (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rearmost crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 3 mid crossmembers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength all 4 inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front crossmember and outriggers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Inner Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail123,509 miles (+2,074)16 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,509 miles
    Test number
    236716730203
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner valance (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rearmost crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 3 mid crossmembers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength all 4 inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front crossmember and outriggers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass121,435 miles (+1,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    121,435 miles
    Test number
    313954943852
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass119,826 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    119,826 miles
    Test number
    927312775878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail119,759 miles (+2,240)12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,759 miles
    Test number
    291776507800
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis x4 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outrigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength valance (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorProp shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both spring mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis x6 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both sill tops (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both steps/ inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion outside of prescribed areas

  5. Pass117,519 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    117,519 miles
    Test number
    495815881630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail117,513 miles (+2,759)1 dangerous15 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,513 miles
    Test number
    354476453856
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step/inner wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (inner and outer) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (front of step) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass114,754 miles (+1,994)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    114,754 miles
    Test number
    640936188513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,760 miles (+3,089)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2020
    Odometer
    112,760 miles
    Test number
    269176546264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,671 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    109,671 miles
    Test number
    588543825477
    • AdvisoryCorrosion outside prescribed area

  10. Fail109,664 miles (+6,569)1 dangerous15 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,664 miles
    Test number
    318686752392
    • DangerousNearside Front ball joint noisy
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded valance (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger x2 (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner win /inner arch/ chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSuspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both front outrigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSuspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both rear crossmember (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSuspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front crossmember x2 (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion outside prescribed area

  11. Pass103,095 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    103,095 miles
    Test number
    853236668908
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail103,083 miles (+5,515)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,083 miles
    Test number
    928935233143
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch, wing, outrigger and cross member (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis, floor, cross member, outrigger, inner sill and spring mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill top, step and inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing, inner arch, cross member, suspension mount and chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis, floor, crossmember, outrigger, spring mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger (5.2.6)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded both outer sills (5.2.6)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass97,568 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    97,568 miles
    Test number
    665216912288
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail97,547 miles (+4,774)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,547 miles
    Test number
    690717546034
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger inner sill and floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both rear inner sills (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass92,773 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,773 miles
    Test number
    536596875039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail92,773 miles (+4,802)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,773 miles
    Test number
    396738165042
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component 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 Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass87,971 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    87,971 miles
    Test number
    335273274086
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSteering stiff but not considered excessive

  18. Fail87,971 miles (+3,054)15 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,971 miles
    Test number
    676669064000
    • FailureNearside Inner 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSteering stiff but not considered excessive

  19. Pass84,917 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    84,917 miles
    Test number
    997057063068
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail84,917 miles (+4,727)10 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,917 miles
    Test number
    315529453076
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass80,190 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    80,190 miles
    Test number
    839316562067
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Fail80,187 miles (+3,659)14 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,187 miles
    Test number
    658268852024
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer 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 rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass76,528 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    76,528 miles
    Test number
    829255451038
    • NoteWheel arches and door bottoms have zagged edges covered over with gaffa tape

  24. Fail76,528 miles (+11)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,528 miles
    Test number
    497354031031
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

  25. Fail76,517 miles (+3,052)22 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,517 miles
    Test number
    847529811050
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureCentre Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteFront brake discs poor condition
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inside edge

  26. Pass73,465 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    73,465 miles
    Test number
    472603030047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail73,456 miles (+5,497)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,456 miles
    Test number
    163932520430
    • FailureOffside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  28. Pass67,959 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    67,959 miles
    Test number
    414947718337
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  29. Fail67,958 miles (+5,932)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,958 miles
    Test number
    600157218394
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  30. Pass62,026 miles (+6,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    62,026 miles
    Test number
    592411787297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass55,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    55,802 miles
    Test number
    950666576268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T278 EBF

Does T278 EBF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T278 EBF expired on 30 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T278 EBF?
The MOT on T278 EBF expired on 30 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T278 EBF done?
T278 EBF was recorded at 123,509 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2024, an average of 3,882 miles a year.
Has T278 EBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T278 EBF has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T278 EBF 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 EBF find?
T278 EBF failed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2024 with 16 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor, and 14 more.

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