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Ford Ranger

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,499 cc

T494 RFLMOT history

T494 RFL is a white diesel Ford Ranger first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 138,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Apr 2023
Mileage
138,987 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,848 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T494 RFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T494 RFL was last recorded at 138,987 miles on 22 Apr 2022, 6,480 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Feb 2016: 108,895 miles, lower than 140,777 miles on 16 Mar 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
132,507 miles · 15 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
6,480 miles
Average per year
5,848 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 138,987 miles
  • 2021 – 132,507 miles
  • 2020 – 122,491 miles
  • 2019 – 118,596 miles
  • 2018 – 115,320 miles
  • 2017 – 112,076 miles
  • 2016 – 108,895 miles
  • 2015 – 140,777 miles
  • 2014 – 100,150 miles
  • 2013 – 96,583 miles
  • 2012 – 92,261 miles
  • 2011 – 85,734 miles
  • 2010 – 73,480 miles
  • 2009 – 63,204 miles
  • 2008 – 55,942 miles
  • 2007 – 50,988 miles
  • 2006 – 44,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,987 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Small Chip in Windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass138,987 miles (+6,480)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    138,987 miles
    Test number
    535987276260
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass132,507 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    132,507 miles
    Test number
    747257349343
    • AdvisorySmall Chip in Windscreen

  3. Fail132,475 miles (+9,984)3 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,475 miles
    Test number
    648352376581
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Suspension arm modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Steering idler ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySmall chip in windscreen

  4. Pass122,491 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,491 miles
    Test number
    373074669511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass118,596 miles (+3,276)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    118,596 miles
    Test number
    316794978666
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nearside Front Wing Corroded

  6. Pass115,320 miles (+3,244)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    115,320 miles
    Test number
    594054589052
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion both front floors (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion both fronts (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis corroded (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBody corroded
    • AdvisoryDiesel smoke reading high

  7. Pass112,076 miles (+3,181)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    112,076 miles
    Test number
    938784633733
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust Strap Corroded And Weak
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Pass108,895 miles (-31,882)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    108,895 miles
    Test number
    975542094935
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both Rear Tyres (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass140,777 miles (+36,007)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    140,777 miles
    Test number
    249515875084
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Fail104,770 miles (+4,620)1 dangerous4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,770 miles
    Test number
    137619145001
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass100,150 miles (+3,567)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    100,150 miles
    Test number
    297069544048
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate has a crack at the bottom.

  12. Pass96,583 miles (+4,322)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    96,583 miles
    Test number
    827649543002
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCrack in front number plate

  13. Pass92,261 miles (+78)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    92,261 miles
    Test number
    267590462070
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust brackets corroded & weak
    • NoteNeeds oil spraying under chassis - body

  14. Fail92,183 miles (+6,449)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,183 miles
    Test number
    105509342043
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust brackets corroded & weak
    • NoteNeeds oil spraying under chassis - body

  15. Pass85,734 miles (+12,254)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    85,734 miles
    Test number
    479499541084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass73,480 miles (+10,276)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    73,480 miles
    Test number
    402639240064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,204 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    63,204 miles
    Test number
    932815759001
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail63,191 miles (+7,249)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,191 miles
    Test number
    464189349060
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass55,942 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    55,942 miles
    Test number
    230606058020
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail55,942 miles (+4,954)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,942 miles
    Test number
    513686858028
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass50,988 miles (+6,544)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    50,988 miles
    Test number
    360540657039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,444 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    44,444 miles
    Test number
    694583556027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,443 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,443 miles
    Test number
    790652356049
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  24. Fail44,443 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,443 miles
    Test number
    863051356018
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T494 RFL

Does T494 RFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T494 RFL expired on 21 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T494 RFL?
The MOT on T494 RFL expired on 21 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T494 RFL done?
T494 RFL was recorded at 138,987 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2022, an average of 5,848 miles a year.
Has T494 RFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T494 RFL has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on T494 RFL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Feb 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T494 RFL find?
T494 RFL passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2022 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front upper suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front upper suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 4 more.

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