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Ford Transit

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

T526 MEFMOT history

T526 MEF is a white and grey diesel Ford Transit first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 66,027 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
66,027 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T526 MEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T526 MEF was last recorded at 66,027 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 3,200 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,827 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,200 miles
Average per year
2,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,027 miles
  • 2025 – 62,827 miles
  • 2024 – 58,347 miles
  • 2023 – 53,840 miles
  • 2022 – 49,394 miles
  • 2021 – 48,642 miles
  • 2020 – 47,847 miles
  • 2019 – 47,453 miles
  • 2018 – 46,902 miles
  • 2017 – 45,827 miles
  • 2016 – 39,817 miles
  • 2015 – 29,973 miles
  • 2014 – 28,961 miles
  • 2013 – 27,933 miles
  • 2012 – 27,925 miles
  • 2011 – 27,679 miles
  • 2010 – 27,231 miles
  • 2009 – 26,931 miles
  • 2008 – 26,350 miles
  • 2007 – 25,869 miles
  • 2006 – 24,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,027 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Arch / bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Arch / bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,027 miles (+3,200)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    66,027 miles
    Test number
    470008198948
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Arch / bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Arch / bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass62,827 miles (+4,480)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    62,827 miles
    Test number
    123645450361
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch/bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch/bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass58,347 miles (+5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    58,347 miles
    Test number
    494577729055
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail58,342 miles (+4,502)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,342 miles
    Test number
    177885394190
    • MajorFront Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass53,840 miles (+4,446)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    53,840 miles
    Test number
    390784064535
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass49,394 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    49,394 miles
    Test number
    466393645857
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part of flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part of flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Over rear axle both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail49,394 miles (+752)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,394 miles
    Test number
    878762984423
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part of flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part of flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Over rear axle both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass48,642 miles (+795)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    48,642 miles
    Test number
    647993060116
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  9. Pass47,847 miles (+394)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    47,847 miles
    Test number
    849218838274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Getting in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass47,453 miles (+551)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,453 miles
    Test number
    666060697185
    • AdvisoryNearside Door mirror taped up
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Flexis corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Flexi corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass46,902 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    46,902 miles
    Test number
    144755911375
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexies are corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Door mirror is taped up

  12. Fail46,902 miles (+1,075)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,902 miles
    Test number
    514653781068
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexies are corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Door mirror is taped up

  13. Pass45,827 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    45,827 miles
    Test number
    787495112381
    • AdvisoryFRONT flexies corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail45,825 miles (+6,008)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,825 miles
    Test number
    194459022413
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve defective and function impaired seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFRONT flexies corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight misting on shock
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass39,817 miles (+9,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    39,817 miles
    Test number
    436595093376
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass29,973 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    29,973 miles
    Test number
    541820882161
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp pattern of poor quality
    • AdvisoryWindscreen laminate fault

  17. Fail29,973 miles (+1,012)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,973 miles
    Test number
    192168739466
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp pattern of poor quality
    • AdvisoryWindscreen laminate fault

  18. Pass28,961 miles (+1,028)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    28,961 miles
    Test number
    188895924220
    • NoteBoth headlamp patterns of poor quality
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing

  19. Fail27,933 miles1 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,933 miles
    Test number
    136324533288
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated
    • NoteOffside headlamp pattern of poor quality
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing

  20. Pass27,933 miles (+8)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    27,933 miles
    Test number
    997234133294
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated
    • NoteOffside headlamp pattern of poor quality
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing

  21. Pass27,925 miles (+9)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    27,925 miles
    Test number
    109012642159
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail27,916 miles (+237)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,916 miles
    Test number
    639925332161
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass27,679 miles (+448)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,679 miles
    Test number
    345257421148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,231 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,231 miles
    Test number
    230101180099
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  25. Fail27,231 miles (+300)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,231 miles
    Test number
    673281880089
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  26. Pass26,931 miles (+581)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,931 miles
    Test number
    124043789091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCENTER PROP BEARING BUSH WORN
    • NoteEXHAUST SYSTEM SERFACE CORRISION
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass26,350 miles (+481)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    26,350 miles
    Test number
    950699188005
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass25,869 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    25,869 miles
    Test number
    712126587067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail25,859 miles (+1,116)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,859 miles
    Test number
    124785487059
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass24,743 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    24,743 miles
    Test number
    144637696080
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteTail pipe corroded & leaking

Questions about T526 MEF

Does T526 MEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T526 MEF is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T526 MEF?
The MOT on T526 MEF is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T526 MEF done?
T526 MEF was recorded at 66,027 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 2,025 miles a year.
Has T526 MEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T526 MEF has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T526 MEF 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 T526 MEF find?
T526 MEF passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch / bumper; offside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch / bumper; oil leak, but not excessive engine and rear differential.

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