Ford Transit
Multi-colour · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc
T551 JDAMOT history
T551 JDA is a multi-colour diesel Ford Transit first used on 24 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 134,192 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 28 Apr 2027
- Mileage
- 134,192 mi
- At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 26
- 21 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 5,332 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T551 JDA
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Transit
- Colour
- Multi-colour
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,496 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 24 May 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 29 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T551 JDA was last recorded at 134,192 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 2,629 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 131,563 miles · 21 Mar 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 2,629 miles
- Average per year
- 5,332 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 134,192 miles
- 2025 – 131,563 miles
- 2024 – 128,098 miles
- 2022 – 123,265 miles
- 2021 – 118,158 miles
- 2020 – 112,051 miles
- 2019 – 107,358 miles
- 2018 – 102,718 miles
- 2017 – 99,125 miles
- 2016 – 94,387 miles
- 2015 – 86,313 miles
- 2014 – 84,503 miles
- 2013 – 82,121 miles
- 2012 – 79,861 miles
- 2011 – 77,018 miles
- 2010 – 72,135 miles
- 2009 – 62,219 miles
- 2008 – 50,965 miles
- 2007 – 38,478 miles
- 2006 – 32,142 miles
- 2005 – 23,939 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass134,192 miles
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has play both sides
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.
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018
Front Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016
Full MOT history
26 tests since 24 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass134,192 miles (+2,629)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2027
- Odometer
- 134,192 miles
- Test number
- 470204660030
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has play both sides
Pass131,563 miles (+3,465)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 131,563 miles
- Test number
- 357249245142
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
- AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass128,098 miles (+4)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 128,098 miles
- Test number
- 854169368880
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail128,094 miles (+4,829)1 dangerous4 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,094 miles
- Test number
- 580231979123
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Pass123,265 miles (+1)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 123,265 miles
- Test number
- 824977021998
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail123,264 miles (+5,106)3 dangerous4 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 123,264 miles
- Test number
- 921736963617
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass118,158 miles (+6,107)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 118,158 miles
- Test number
- 849298595531
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass112,051 miles (+4,693)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 112,051 miles
- Test number
- 476280639395
- MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt OFFSIDE +NEARSIDE FRONT (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOFFSIDE +NEARSIDE HEADLAMP PATTERN POOR IMAGE
Pass107,358 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 107,358 miles
- Test number
- 222192010500
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail107,358 miles (+4,640)1 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 107,358 miles
- Test number
- 880787203179
- MajorProp shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive steering fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass102,718 miles (+3,593)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2019
- Odometer
- 102,718 miles
- Test number
- 109596948661
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass99,125 miles (+4,738)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2018
- Odometer
- 99,125 miles
- Test number
- 537533791986
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass94,387 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2017
- Odometer
- 94,387 miles
- Test number
- 144901050530
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
- AdvisoryRear inner wheel arches corroded
Fail94,387 miles (+8,074)3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,387 miles
- Test number
- 100831398757
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
- AdvisoryRear inner wheel arches corroded
Pass86,313 miles (+1,810)
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2016
- Odometer
- 86,313 miles
- Test number
- 788412845133
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass84,503 miles (+2,382)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 84,503 miles
- Test number
- 128960734295
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass82,121 miles (+2,260)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 82,121 miles
- Test number
- 805115633262
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass79,861 miles (+2,843)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Aug 2013
- Odometer
- 79,861 miles
- Test number
- 895837832201
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Pass77,018 miles (+4,883)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Aug 2012
- Odometer
- 77,018 miles
- Test number
- 945324831256
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass72,135 miles (+9,916)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Aug 2011
- Odometer
- 72,135 miles
- Test number
- 960402620203
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail62,219 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,219 miles
- Test number
- 131377539216
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass62,219 miles (+11,254)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Aug 2010
- Odometer
- 62,219 miles
- Test number
- 924287139223
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass50,965 miles (+12,487)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Aug 2009
- Odometer
- 50,965 miles
- Test number
- 720592348262
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass38,478 miles (+6,336)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Aug 2008
- Odometer
- 38,478 miles
- Test number
- 680270547212
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass32,142 miles (+8,203)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Aug 2007
- Odometer
- 32,142 miles
- Test number
- 363709026206
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass23,939 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Aug 2006
- Odometer
- 23,939 miles
- Test number
- 584956235225
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T551 JDA
- Does T551 JDA currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T551 JDA is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T551 JDA?
- The MOT on T551 JDA is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T551 JDA done?
- T551 JDA was recorded at 134,192 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 5,332 miles a year.
- Has T551 JDA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T551 JDA has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2024.
- Has the mileage on T551 JDA 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 T551 JDA find?
- T551 JDA passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; front wheel bearing has play both sides.
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