
Ford Transit
Green and White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc
T540 RFSMOT history
T540 RFS is a green and white diesel Ford Transit first used on 14 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 84,867 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 3 Nov 2026
- Mileage
- 84,867 mi
- At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 23
- 18 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 971 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T540 RFS
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Transit
- Colour
- Green and White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,496 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 14 Apr 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 4 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
T540 RFS was last recorded at 84,867 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 84,863 miles · 28 Oct 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 4 miles
- Average per year
- 971 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 84,867 miles
- 2024 – 84,000 miles
- 2023 – 83,904 miles
- 2022 – 83,105 miles
- 2019 – 81,990 miles
- 2018 – 81,862 miles
- 2017 – 81,034 miles
- 2016 – 80,456 miles
- 2015 – 80,153 miles
- 2014 – 79,022 miles
- 2013 – 77,980 miles
- 2012 – 76,402 miles
- 2011 – 75,813 miles
- 2010 – 74,777 miles
- 2009 – 73,359 miles
- 2008 – 70,233 miles
- 2007 – 68,083 miles
- 2006 – 65,706 miles
- 2005 – 65,598 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front crash bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion at gearbox cradle mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Hole in wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Front and rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre NSR outer tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Hole in body at chassis leg (6.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Holes in wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
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 inadequately clipped or supported front to rear
Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding
Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Full MOT history
23 tests since 28 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass84,867 miles (+4)2 minor16 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 84,867 miles
- Test number
- 726870409368
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front crash bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion at gearbox cradle mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Hole in wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Front and rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre NSR outer tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Hole in body at chassis leg (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Holes in wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail84,863 miles (+863)3 major2 minor16 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,863 miles
- Test number
- 257023215551
- MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength NSF strut tower (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front crash bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion at gearbox cradle mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Hole in wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Front and rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre NSR outer tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Hole in body at chassis leg (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Holes in wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass84,000 miles (+6)2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Oct 2025
- Odometer
- 84,000 miles
- Test number
- 534215963383
- MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive eng (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
Fail83,994 miles (+90)2 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,994 miles
- Test number
- 786376720190
- DangerousNearside Front Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
- DangerousRear Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear wheel bearings not tested
Pass83,904 miles1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 83,904 miles
- Test number
- 994283371390
- MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail83,904 miles (+799)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,904 miles
- Test number
- 826642556952
- DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass83,105 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 83,105 miles
- Test number
- 912713482823
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Fail83,078 miles (+1,088)2 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,078 miles
- Test number
- 363122815283
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass81,990 miles (+128)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 81,990 miles
- Test number
- 679840876476
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass81,862 miles (+828)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 81,862 miles
- Test number
- 607215974948
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass81,034 miles (+578)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 81,034 miles
- Test number
- 739667612995
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass80,456 miles (+303)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 80,456 miles
- Test number
- 860655653644
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass80,153 miles (+1,131)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 80,153 miles
- Test number
- 446287795099
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass79,022 miles (+1,042)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 79,022 miles
- Test number
- 295050884034
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Pass77,980 miles (+1,578)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 77,980 miles
- Test number
- 868172083083
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass76,402 miles (+589)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 76,402 miles
- Test number
- 947346872026
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass75,813 miles (+1,036)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 75,813 miles
- Test number
- 747319181087
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass74,777 miles (+1,418)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 74,777 miles
- Test number
- 371528380081
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass73,359 miles (+3,126)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 73,359 miles
- Test number
- 874994709100
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass70,233 miles (+2,150)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 70,233 miles
- Test number
- 951940458089
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass68,083 miles (+2,377)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 68,083 miles
- Test number
- 864421457087
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass65,706 miles (+108)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2007
- Odometer
- 65,706 miles
- Test number
- 711085006024
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail65,598 miles1 failure1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,598 miles
- Test number
- 303872465376
- FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- NoteO/s body bracket bolts loose
Questions about T540 RFS
- Does T540 RFS currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T540 RFS is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
- When is the MOT due on T540 RFS?
- The MOT on T540 RFS is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T540 RFS done?
- T540 RFS was recorded at 84,867 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 971 miles a year.
- Has T540 RFS ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T540 RFS has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2025.
- Has the mileage on T540 RFS 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 T540 RFS find?
- T540 RFS passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 16 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front crash bar, and 15 more.
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