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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T489 NKJMOT history

T489 NKJ is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 28 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 228,935 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2024
Mileage
228,935 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2024
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T489 NKJ
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
28 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T489 NKJ was last recorded at 228,935 miles on 4 Apr 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
228,933 miles · 12 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 228,935 miles
  • 2023 – 228,933 miles
  • 2022 – 228,809 miles
  • 2021 – 224,654 miles
  • 2020 – 223,382 miles
  • 2018 – 221,903 miles
  • 2017 – 214,617 miles
  • 2016 – 198,240 miles
  • 2015 – 173,495 miles
  • 2014 – 140,345 miles
  • 2013 – 139,098 miles
  • 2012 – 133,836 miles
  • 2011 – 132,103 miles
  • 2010 – 129,773 miles
  • 2009 – 126,725 miles
  • 2007 – 123,719 miles
  • 2006 – 113,846 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail228,935 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength complete front cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Oil leak engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail228,935 miles (+2)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,935 miles
    Test number
    171099488805
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength complete front cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass228,933 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    228,933 miles
    Test number
    958697646116
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Fail228,933 miles (+124)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,933 miles
    Test number
    353329367173
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding both fronts (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSuspension component ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass228,809 miles (+4,155)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    228,809 miles
    Test number
    137568369381
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass224,654 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    224,654 miles
    Test number
    994315108109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside corrosion to chassis not within suspension area
  6. Fail224,648 miles (+1,266)1 dangerous12 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,648 miles
    Test number
    888324308222
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in front of spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear of spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside corrosion to chassis not within suspension area
  7. Pass223,382 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    223,382 miles
    Test number
    957794999587
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail223,363 miles (+1,460)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,363 miles
    Test number
    763278950911
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Bulk head inside bonnet (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Next to Fuel Tank (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Front Pannel (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working Nearside and Offside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassis
  9. Pass221,903 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    221,903 miles
    Test number
    431246154479
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear axle
  10. Fail221,903 miles (+7,286)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,903 miles
    Test number
    822066614962
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear axle
  11. Pass214,617 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    214,617 miles
    Test number
    253082913483
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  12. Fail214,617 miles (+16,377)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,617 miles
    Test number
    171567452118
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  13. Pass198,240 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    198,240 miles
    Test number
    955028957158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
  14. Fail198,240 miles (+24,745)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,240 miles
    Test number
    570855494555
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
  15. Pass173,495 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    173,495 miles
    Test number
    235384735107
    • NoteOffside rear hub seal leaking
    • NoteOil leak on engine
    • NoteProp centre bearing u/s
    • NoteSlight play front anti roll bar bushes
    • NoteSlight play front wheel bearings
  16. Fail173,495 miles (+33,150)3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,495 miles
    Test number
    528833335154
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteOffside rear hub seal leaking
    • NoteOil leak on engine
    • NoteProp centre bearing u/s
    • NoteSlight play front anti roll bar bushes
    • NoteSlight play front wheel bearings
  17. Pass140,345 miles (+1,247)12 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    140,345 miles
    Test number
    966220954106
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  18. Pass139,098 miles (+5,262)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    139,098 miles
    Test number
    367570523174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass133,836 miles (+1,733)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    133,836 miles
    Test number
    999862832073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass132,103 miles (+2,330)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    132,103 miles
    Test number
    385047311059
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NotePropshaft component defective
  21. Pass129,773 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    129,773 miles
    Test number
    672795220077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • NoteNearside front steering rack end slight play
    • NoteNearside wiper blade split
  22. Fail129,773 miles (+3,048)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,773 miles
    Test number
    164695820092
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • NoteNearside front steering rack end slight play
    • NoteNearside wiper blade split
  23. Pass126,725 miles (+3,006)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    126,725 miles
    Test number
    744610339041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  24. Pass123,719 miles (+9,873)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    123,719 miles
    Test number
    800084467104
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBattery insecure
  25. Pass113,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    113,846 miles
    Test number
    144621376152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T489 NKJ

Does T489 NKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T489 NKJ expired on 11 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T489 NKJ?
The MOT on T489 NKJ expired on 11 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T489 NKJ done?
T489 NKJ was recorded at 228,935 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2024, an average of 6,469 miles a year.
Has T489 NKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T489 NKJ has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T489 NKJ 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 T489 NKJ find?
T489 NKJ failed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2024 with 4 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front service brake excessively binding; nearside rear service brake excessively binding; offside front vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step/sill, and 5 more.

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