
Ford Transit
White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc
T542 UUTMOT history
T542 UUT is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 339,217 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2021.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 14 Nov 2022
- Mileage
- 339,217 mi
- At MOT on 15 Nov 2021
- MOT tests
- 24
- 14 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 5,714 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T542 UUT
- 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
- 28 Apr 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 14 Nov 2022
- Latest MOT test
- 15 Nov 2021 (Pass)
Mileage history
T542 UUT was last recorded at 339,217 miles on 15 Nov 2021, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2021.
Mileage went down between tests
- 31 Jul 2012: 132,014 miles, lower than 307,321 miles on 3 May 2011.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 339,207 miles · 2 Nov 2021
- Between the last two tests
- 10 miles
- Average per year
- 5,714 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2021 – 339,217 miles
- 2020 – 336,740 miles
- 2019 – 334,958 miles
- 2018 – 333,120 miles
- 2015 – 332,086 miles
- 2014 – 327,006 miles
- 2013 – 321,042 miles
- 2012 – 132,014 miles
- 2011 – 307,321 miles
- 2010 – 294,179 miles
- 2009 – 285,598 miles
- 2008 – 275,372 miles
- 2007 – 265,395 miles
- 2006 – 250,360 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis railsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryCorrosion to front inner sills/door stepsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryCorrosion to front inner wheel archesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryCorrosion to front subframeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
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.
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2011
Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015
Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015
Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015
Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015
Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect
Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021
Full MOT history
24 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass339,217 miles (+10)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 339,217 miles
- Test number
- 864450170139
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis rails
- AdvisoryCorrosion to front inner sills/door steps
- AdvisoryCorrosion to front inner wheel arches
- AdvisoryCorrosion to front subframe
Fail339,207 miles (+39)14 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 339,207 miles
- Test number
- 687870358396
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED (4.1.4 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail lower face rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED (4.1.4 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail upper face under bonnet (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength panel below radiator (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch under bonnet (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail lower face rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail outer face front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis rails
- AdvisoryCorrosion to front inner sills/door steps
- AdvisoryCorrosion to front inner wheel arches
- AdvisoryCorrosion to front subframe
Fail339,168 miles (+2,428)9 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 339,168 miles
- Test number
- 133485783666
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorProp shaft joint excessively worn front centre bearing (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear of near side lower sill panel area rusted through (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear of off side inner sill / under step area rusted through in several areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorSteering column universal joint has excessive wear or play steering has tight spots (2.2.2 (c))
- MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength extensive corrosion to near side chassis area next to rear spring front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front of off side front chassis / lower front panel area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near side lower front panel area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength off side chassis area rusted / split next to near side rear spring front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear brakes slightly out of balance (off side low)
- AdvisorySeveral other areas of chassis / underbody previously repaired
Pass336,740 miles (+12)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 336,740 miles
- Test number
- 899989429720
- AdvisoryRear brakes fluctuating
- AdvisorySeveral areas of underbody / chassis rusting or previously repaired
Fail336,728 miles (+1,770)7 major9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 336,728 miles
- Test number
- 663143600878
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced both side repaters painted over (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExtensive repairs made to chassis and cab
- AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all rear getting low (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryBeam image poor
- AdvisoryFront end of both chassis legs shoing signs of corrosion
- AdvisoryRear brake balance poor
Pass334,958 miles (+1,838)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 334,958 miles
- Test number
- 805743009024
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass333,120 miles (+8)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 333,120 miles
- Test number
- 456574280645
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail333,112 miles (+1,026)5 major2 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 333,112 miles
- Test number
- 778306170654
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Pass332,086 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 332,086 miles
- Test number
- 848353625215
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail332,086 miles (+5,080)2 repaired6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 332,086 miles
- Test number
- 859523125219
- Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass327,006 miles (+5,964)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 327,006 miles
- Test number
- 918844344252
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass321,042 miles (+189,028)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 321,042 miles
- Test number
- 177267113285
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass132,014 miles (-175,307)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 132,014 miles
- Test number
- 488563412258
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Pass307,321 miles (+12)
- MOT expiry
- 2 May 2012
- Odometer
- 307,321 miles
- Test number
- 107673921152
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail307,309 miles (+13,130)1 dangerous5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 307,309 miles
- Test number
- 147128011111
- DangerousNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Pass294,179 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 294,179 miles
- Test number
- 773369510106
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail294,178 miles (+8,580)5 failures4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 294,178 miles
- Test number
- 352178910178
- FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteOil leak
Pass285,598 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 285,598 miles
- Test number
- 292077419111
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail285,598 miles (+10,226)7 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 285,598 miles
- Test number
- 940923919167
- FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- 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)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass275,372 miles (+2)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 275,372 miles
- Test number
- 132620428163
- NotePedal rubbers need replacing
- NoteRear crossmember corroded
Fail275,370 miles (+9,975)6 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 275,370 miles
- Test number
- 622949018157
- FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
- FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- NotePedal rubbers need replacing
- NoteRear crossmember corroded
Pass265,395 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 265,395 miles
- Test number
- 203568517430
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail265,395 miles (+15,035)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 265,395 miles
- Test number
- 910017717144
- DangerousOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket cracked (2.4.B.6b)
- FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Outer Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteRear cross member holed
Pass250,360 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 250,360 miles
- Test number
- 580218616102
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T542 UUT
- Does T542 UUT currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T542 UUT expired on 14 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T542 UUT?
- The MOT on T542 UUT expired on 14 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T542 UUT done?
- T542 UUT was recorded at 339,217 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2021, an average of 5,714 miles a year.
- Has T542 UUT ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T542 UUT has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2021.
- Has the mileage on T542 UUT ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Jul 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on T542 UUT find?
- T542 UUT passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2021 with 5 advisories: front coil spring corroded both; corrosion to chassis rails; corrosion to front inner sills/door steps, and 2 more.
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