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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T517 ARVMOT history

T517 ARV is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 125,597 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
125,597 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T517 ARV
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
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T517 ARV was last recorded at 125,597 miles on 1 May 2026, 2,574 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,023 miles · 15 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,574 miles
Average per year
4,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,597 miles
  • 2025 – 123,023 miles
  • 2023 – 120,062 miles
  • 2022 – 118,277 miles
  • 2021 – 118,255 miles
  • 2020 – 115,714 miles
  • 2019 – 113,951 miles
  • 2018 – 110,870 miles
  • 2017 – 108,866 miles
  • 2016 – 104,341 miles
  • 2015 – 95,409 miles
  • 2013 – 85,267 miles
  • 2012 – 76,554 miles
  • 2011 – 66,646 miles
  • 2010 – 58,765 miles
  • 2009 – 48,758 miles
  • 2008 – 42,244 miles
  • 2007 – 33,756 miles
  • 2006 – 27,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,597 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryChassis corroded,screen marked,nsf headlight glass misted,osf step sill corroded

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,597 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    125,597 miles
    Test number
    308981140550
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded,screen marked,nsf headlight glass misted,osf step sill corroded

  2. Fail125,597 miles (+2,574)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,597 miles
    Test number
    605297037555
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded,screen marked,nsf headlight glass misted,osf step sill corroded

  3. Pass123,023 miles (+2,961)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    123,023 miles
    Test number
    937955383130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass120,062 miles (+1,785)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    120,062 miles
    Test number
    133848099775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass118,277 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    118,277 miles
    Test number
    885624207484
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail118,255 miles (+2,541)1 dangerous11 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,255 miles
    Test number
    533601865126
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wing/wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body pnal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting suspension area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy under seal protection applied underneath
    • AdvisoryUnderseal or fibre glass will not be accepted as a manner of repair

  7. Pass115,714 miles (+1,763)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    115,714 miles
    Test number
    937902471354
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass113,951 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    113,951 miles
    Test number
    720803970620
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail113,951 miles (+3,081)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,951 miles
    Test number
    776298761418
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass110,870 miles (+2,004)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    110,870 miles
    Test number
    264911007884
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass108,866 miles (+4,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    108,866 miles
    Test number
    138600057659
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  12. Pass104,341 miles (+8,932)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    104,341 miles
    Test number
    466856947306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass95,409 miles (+10,142)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    95,409 miles
    Test number
    189302995477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,267 miles (+8,713)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    85,267 miles
    Test number
    269404403392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,554 miles (+9,908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    76,554 miles
    Test number
    495165982290
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass66,646 miles (+7,881)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    66,646 miles
    Test number
    118162701225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail58,765 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,765 miles
    Test number
    194885590199
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass58,765 miles (+10,007)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    58,765 miles
    Test number
    920055390162
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass48,758 miles (+6,514)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,758 miles
    Test number
    520623669124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,244 miles (+8,488)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    42,244 miles
    Test number
    353185858130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,756 miles (+1,002)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,756 miles
    Test number
    794845597028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,754 miles (+4,903)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    32,754 miles
    Test number
    290880947087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    27,851 miles
    Test number
    932657636034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T517 ARV

Does T517 ARV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T517 ARV is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T517 ARV?
The MOT on T517 ARV is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T517 ARV done?
T517 ARV was recorded at 125,597 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 4,832 miles a year.
Has T517 ARV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T517 ARV has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T517 ARV 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 T517 ARV find?
T517 ARV passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 1 advisory: chassis corroded,screen marked,nsf headlight glass misted,osf step sill corroded.

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