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Multi-colour · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T500 FTYMOT history

T500 FTY is a multi-colour diesel Ford Transit first used on 5 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 232,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
232,512 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,454 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 FTY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 FTY was last recorded at 232,512 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 2,265 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Feb 2008: 97,119 miles, lower than 914,022 miles on 15 Nov 2006.

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
230,247 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,265 miles
Average per year
7,454 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 232,512 miles
  • 2025 – 230,247 miles
  • 2024 – 228,095 miles
  • 2023 – 221,293 miles
  • 2022 – 217,153 miles
  • 2021 – 211,666 miles
  • 2020 – 206,121 miles
  • 2019 – 201,801 miles
  • 2018 – 192,431 miles
  • 2017 – 182,353 miles
  • 2016 – 171,385 miles
  • 2015 – 161,214 miles
  • 2014 – 146,955 miles
  • 2013 – 138,699 miles
  • 2012 – 132,865 miles
  • 2011 – 124,257 miles
  • 2010 – 112,070 miles
  • 2009 – 104,275 miles
  • 2008 – 97,119 miles
  • 2006 – 914,022 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass232,512 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower sill pannel damaged
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass232,512 miles (+2,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    232,512 miles
    Test number
    338916021661
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower sill pannel damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass230,247 miles (+2,152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    230,247 miles
    Test number
    353352735305
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass228,095 miles (+6,802)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    228,095 miles
    Test number
    377952781023
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Differential oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass221,293 miles (+4,140)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    221,293 miles
    Test number
    305729285858
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass217,153 miles (+5,487)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    217,153 miles
    Test number
    766505042344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass211,666 miles (+5,545)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    211,666 miles
    Test number
    950625856345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass206,121 miles (+4,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    206,121 miles
    Test number
    568215814822
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lens misty
    • AdvisorySlight engine and rear diff oil leaks

  8. Pass201,801 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    201,801 miles
    Test number
    583907924957
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  9. Fail201,800 miles (+9,369)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,800 miles
    Test number
    954031385051
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  10. Pass192,431 miles (+10,078)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    192,431 miles
    Test number
    692123064142
    • AdvisoryNearside front footstep excessively corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear closing panel excessively corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leakage

  11. Pass182,353 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    182,353 miles
    Test number
    414957782122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch section is corrodded Offside Front wheel arch section is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear panel section is holed in non prescribed area Nearside Front footwell is weakened by corrosion in non prescribed area - no seat fitted - no seat belt
    • AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail182,343 miles (+10,958)2 dangerous3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,343 miles
    Test number
    560977262400
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch section is corrodded Offside Front wheel arch section is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp unit is fading
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear panel section is holed in non prescribed area Nearside Front footwell is weakened by corrosion in non prescribed area - no seat fitted - no seat belt
    • AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass171,385 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    171,385 miles
    Test number
    785089260890
    • AdvisoryNearside Front footwell is weakened by corrosion in non prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch section is corrodded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp unit is fading
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear panel section is holed in non prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat base is insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch section is corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper blade rubber is split at end
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner ball joints

  14. Fail171,385 miles (+10,171)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,385 miles
    Test number
    992502670637
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front footwell is weakened by corrosion in non prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch section is corrodded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp unit is fading
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear panel section is holed in non prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat base is insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch section is corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper blade rubber is split at end
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner ball joints

  15. Pass161,214 miles (+14,259)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    161,214 miles
    Test number
    289485405188
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteDiff oil seal leaking
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread pattern fading on outer shoulder
    • NoteNearside rear quarter panel holed considered to be non supportive panelling
    • NoteOil leak rear of engine

  16. Pass146,955 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    146,955 miles
    Test number
    789815304166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront windscreen cracked
    • NoteNearside rear panel section is holed not considered to be supportive panelling
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder

  17. Fail146,955 miles (+8,256)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,955 miles
    Test number
    488965804145
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront windscreen cracked
    • NoteNearside rear panel section is holed not considered to be supportive panelling
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder

  18. Pass138,699 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    138,699 miles
    Test number
    969358903123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront windscreen is cracked .
    • NoteNearside rear panel section is holed not considered to be supportive panelling .

  19. Fail138,699 miles (+5,834)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,699 miles
    Test number
    987368403154
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront windscreen is cracked .
    • NoteNearside rear panel section is holed not considered to be supportive panelling .

  20. Pass132,865 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    132,865 miles
    Test number
    969876462098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteExcessive corrossion resulting in a hole detected at nearside rear panel section ( not classed as supportive panelling )

  21. Fail132,865 miles (+8,608)4 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,865 miles
    Test number
    405996562075
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteExcessive corrossion resulting in a hole detected at nearside rear panel section ( not classed as supportive panelling )

  22. Pass124,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    124,257 miles
    Test number
    265512761076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail124,257 miles (+12,187)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,257 miles
    Test number
    357632561042
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  24. Pass112,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    112,070 miles
    Test number
    293572460024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail112,060 miles (+7,785)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,060 miles
    Test number
    403002960059
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass104,275 miles (+7,156)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    104,275 miles
    Test number
    884681269099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass97,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    97,119 miles
    Test number
    122181958032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail97,119 miles (-816,903)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,119 miles
    Test number
    650591858038
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass914,022 miles (+827,622)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    914,022 miles
    Test number
    241849916307
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn.
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside rear tyre outer side wall.
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheel bearings.

  30. Pass86,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    86,400 miles
    Test number
    840250686180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail86,400 miles1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,400 miles
    Test number
    214120686488
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about T500 FTY

Does T500 FTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 FTY is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 FTY?
The MOT on T500 FTY is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 FTY done?
T500 FTY was recorded at 232,512 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 7,454 miles a year.
Has T500 FTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 FTY has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on T500 FTY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Feb 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T500 FTY find?
T500 FTY passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front lower sill pannel damaged; oil leak, but not excessive.

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