Tribute 250 SWB GT

Maroon · Petrol · 1999 · 2,800 cc

T41 KCVMOT history

T41 KCV is a maroon petrol Tribute 250 SWB GT first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 85,013 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
85,013 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T41 KCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Tribute
Model
250 SWB GT
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T41 KCV was last recorded at 85,013 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 566 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,447 miles · 1 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
566 miles
Average per year
1,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,013 miles
  • 2021 – 84,447 miles
  • 2020 – 83,655 miles
  • 2019 – 82,819 miles
  • 2018 – 82,594 miles
  • 2016 – 79,303 miles
  • 2015 – 75,633 miles
  • 2014 – 72,693 miles
  • 2013 – 69,749 miles
  • 2012 – 69,712 miles
  • 2011 – 67,320 miles
  • 2010 – 65,027 miles
  • 2009 – 62,071 miles
  • 2008 – 61,627 miles
  • 2007 – 58,647 miles
  • 2006 – 56,528 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,013 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Underside undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,013 miles (+566)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    85,013 miles
    Test number
    680721115962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass84,447 miles (+792)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    84,447 miles
    Test number
    397085166805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass83,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    83,655 miles
    Test number
    697907661137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail83,655 miles2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,655 miles
    Test number
    414961884788
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail83,655 miles (+836)2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,655 miles
    Test number
    533350616781
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding or parking brake (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside undersealed

  6. Pass82,819 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,819 miles
    Test number
    794043423022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail82,809 miles (+215)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,809 miles
    Test number
    738273234018
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  8. Pass82,594 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    82,594 miles
    Test number
    635084353890
    • AdvisoryUnderside undersealed

  9. Fail82,565 miles (+3,262)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,565 miles
    Test number
    305472175392
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • Advisory225/40 x18 x2 and 255/35bx18 x2 rear

  10. Pass79,303 miles (+3,670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,303 miles
    Test number
    376951925607
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s/f bottom ball joint

  11. Pass75,633 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    75,633 miles
    Test number
    138770755171
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSurface corrosion all over underside of vehicle

  12. Fail75,633 miles (+2,940)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,633 miles
    Test number
    688748745119
    • FailureNearside Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSurface corrosion all over underside of vehicle

  13. Pass72,693 miles (+6)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    72,693 miles
    Test number
    129954534170
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteSteering rack noisy

  14. Fail72,687 miles (+2,938)2 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,687 miles
    Test number
    107799324181
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteSteering rack noisy

  15. Pass69,749 miles (+37)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    69,749 miles
    Test number
    987544803004
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded.
    • NoteRear steel brake pipes on both sides corroded.
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low.

  16. Fail69,712 miles (+2,392)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,712 miles
    Test number
    409716062432
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded.
    • NoteRear steel brake pipes on both sides corroded.
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low.

  17. Pass67,320 miles (+2,293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    67,320 miles
    Test number
    879599431393
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass65,027 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    65,027 miles
    Test number
    470206530359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,964 miles (+2,893)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,964 miles
    Test number
    174937720307
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNsf tyre perished

  20. Pass62,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    62,071 miles
    Test number
    473469559174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail62,071 miles (+444)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,071 miles
    Test number
    984399859147
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  22. Pass61,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    61,627 miles
    Test number
    792396378141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail61,627 miles (+2,980)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,627 miles
    Test number
    274260878145
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass58,647 miles (+2,119)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    58,647 miles
    Test number
    540237857102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    56,528 miles
    Test number
    203502756143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T41 KCV

Does T41 KCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T41 KCV is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T41 KCV?
The MOT on T41 KCV is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T41 KCV done?
T41 KCV was recorded at 85,013 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 1,404 miles a year.
Has T41 KCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T41 KCV has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on T41 KCV 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 T41 KCV find?
T41 KCV passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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