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Ford Freda

White and Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T518 NWLMOT history

T518 NWL is a white and silver petrol Ford Freda first used on 5 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 153,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
153,421 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T518 NWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Freda
Colour
White and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T518 NWL was last recorded at 153,421 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 3,143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,278 miles · 26 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
3,143 miles
Average per year
5,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,421 miles
  • 2024 – 150,278 miles
  • 2023 – 149,578 miles
  • 2022 – 149,376 miles
  • 2020 – 142,436 miles
  • 2018 – 111,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,421 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside front inner sill/jacking point corroded and holed

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.

  • Slight damage nearside front wheel

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Corrosion to rear floor areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 14 May 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,421 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    153,421 miles
    Test number
    148061286321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner sill/jacking point corroded and holed

  2. Fail153,421 km (+1,160)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,421 km
    Test number
    776707321334
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner sill/jacking point corroded and holed

  3. Pass152,261 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    152,261 km
    Test number
    982254723279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass150,278 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    150,278 miles
    Test number
    280126476572
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight damage to nearside front wheel outer rim

  5. Fail150,278 miles (+13)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,278 miles
    Test number
    854622706651
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight damage to nearside front wheel outer rim

  6. Fail150,265 miles (+687)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,265 miles
    Test number
    598699061111
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight damage nearside front wheel

  7. Pass149,578 miles (+202)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    149,578 miles
    Test number
    847709365917
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight damage nearside front wheel

  8. Pass149,376 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    149,376 miles
    Test number
    941768384279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear floor areas
    • AdvisorySlight damage nearside front wheel

  9. Fail149,363 km7 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,363 km
    Test number
    522329671311
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear floor areas
    • AdvisorySlight damage nearside front wheel

  10. Pass142,436 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    142,436 miles
    Test number
    328822458790
    • AdvisoryCARRIED OUT VEHICLE INSPECTION UNDER WET CONDITIONS.

  11. Fail142,428 km (+16,012)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,428 km
    Test number
    973352299876
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn outer. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCARRIED OUT VEHICLE INSPECTION UNDER WET CONDITIONS.

  12. Pass126,416 km1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    126,416 km
    Test number
    458643763358
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass111,496 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    111,496 miles
    Test number
    125962068001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T518 NWL

Does T518 NWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T518 NWL is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T518 NWL?
The MOT on T518 NWL is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T518 NWL done?
T518 NWL was recorded at 153,421 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 5,407 miles a year.
Has T518 NWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T518 NWL has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T518 NWL 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 T518 NWL find?
T518 NWL passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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