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Blue and White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T491 PRHMOT history

T491 PRH is a blue and white diesel Ford Transit first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 136,087 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
136,087 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T491 PRH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Blue and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T491 PRH was last recorded at 136,087 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 2,329 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,758 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,329 miles
Average per year
2,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,087 miles
  • 2025 – 133,758 miles
  • 2024 – 131,281 miles
  • 2023 – 128,973 miles
  • 2022 – 127,046 miles
  • 2021 – 124,666 miles
  • 2020 – 122,525 miles
  • 2019 – 120,238 miles
  • 2018 – 117,865 miles
  • 2017 – 116,205 miles
  • 2016 – 109,922 miles
  • 2015 – 109,321 miles
  • 2014 – 108,553 miles
  • 2013 – 106,548 miles
  • 2012 – 103,495 miles
  • 2011 – 100,955 miles
  • 2009 – 98,158 miles
  • 2008 – 93,207 miles
  • 2007 – 88,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,087 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective frosty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective frosty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,087 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    136,087 miles
    Test number
    540264265910
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective frosty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective frosty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail136,087 miles (+2,329)2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,087 miles
    Test number
    867434910471
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective frosty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective frosty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass133,758 miles (+2,477)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    133,758 miles
    Test number
    966871213708
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust held by wire
    • AdvisoryRear cross member has repair covered by underseal

  4. Pass131,281 miles (+2,308)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    131,281 miles
    Test number
    229904624400
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear chassis has a repair.
    • AdvisorySteering wheel worn

  5. Pass128,973 miles (+1,927)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    128,973 miles
    Test number
    535030376408
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlightly smoky on start up

  6. Pass127,046 miles (+2,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    127,046 miles
    Test number
    694390712973
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s under chassis has under seal

  7. Pass124,666 miles (+2,141)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    124,666 miles
    Test number
    106585698011
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDRIVERS DOOR STEP CORRODED
    • AdvisoryN/S AND O/S SILLS CORRODED BUT NOT IN PRESCRIBED AREAS AND NOT EFFECTING BRAKING OR STEERING.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass122,525 miles (+2,287)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,525 miles
    Test number
    665758166853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,238 miles (+2,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    120,238 miles
    Test number
    505049575190
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s side sills slightly corroded but not in prescribed areas.

  10. Pass117,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    117,865 miles
    Test number
    327436888106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail117,865 miles (+1,660)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,865 miles
    Test number
    221492026350
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  12. Pass116,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    116,205 miles
    Test number
    499913969858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail116,205 miles (+6,283)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,205 miles
    Test number
    209271545076
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

  14. Pass109,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    109,922 miles
    Test number
    121193675045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail109,922 miles (+601)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,922 miles
    Test number
    522867942542
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass109,321 miles (+768)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    109,321 miles
    Test number
    625716465073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass108,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    108,553 miles
    Test number
    499629964035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail108,553 miles (+2,005)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,553 miles
    Test number
    816897764064
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass106,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    106,548 miles
    Test number
    348579753003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail106,548 miles (+3,053)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,548 miles
    Test number
    615609953028
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass103,495 miles (+2,540)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    103,495 miles
    Test number
    157831962095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail100,955 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,955 miles
    Test number
    195376751060
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass100,955 miles (+2,797)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    100,955 miles
    Test number
    776196351090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass98,158 miles (+4,951)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    98,158 miles
    Test number
    223714959255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass93,207 miles (+4,527)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    93,207 miles
    Test number
    952645068115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass88,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    88,680 miles
    Test number
    750247217124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail88,680 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,680 miles
    Test number
    831327317182
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T491 PRH

Does T491 PRH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T491 PRH is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T491 PRH?
The MOT on T491 PRH is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T491 PRH done?
T491 PRH was recorded at 136,087 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 2,511 miles a year.
Has T491 PRH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T491 PRH has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T491 PRH 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 T491 PRH find?
T491 PRH passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective frosty; offside headlamp lens slightly defective frosty; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 3 more.

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