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Ford Transit

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T561 RDUMOT history

T561 RDU is a red diesel Ford Transit first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 76,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
76,321 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T561 RDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T561 RDU was last recorded at 76,321 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 409 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,912 miles · 14 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
409 miles
Average per year
2,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,321 miles
  • 2023 – 75,912 miles
  • 2022 – 73,219 miles
  • 2021 – 70,406 miles
  • 2020 – 68,965 miles
  • 2019 – 66,484 miles
  • 2018 – 64,283 miles
  • 2017 – 61,721 miles
  • 2016 – 58,651 miles
  • 2015 – 55,715 miles
  • 2014 – 52,735 miles
  • 2013 – 49,268 miles
  • 2012 – 45,700 miles
  • 2011 – 42,137 miles
  • 2010 – 39,422 miles
  • 2009 – 36,664 miles
  • 2008 – 33,847 miles
  • 2007 – 29,938 miles
  • 2006 – 26,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,321 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
  • AdvisoryVehicle covered in underseal

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,321 miles (+409)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    76,321 miles
    Test number
    801417346765
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle covered in underseal

  2. Pass75,912 miles (+2,693)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    75,912 miles
    Test number
    224430126897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass73,219 miles (+44)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    73,219 miles
    Test number
    206559606108
    • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail73,175 miles (+2,769)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,175 miles
    Test number
    510362327094
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis corroded to the extent that the rigidity (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass70,406 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    70,406 miles
    Test number
    627537998590
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail70,376 miles (+1,411)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,376 miles
    Test number
    157116205817
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing housing fractured (6.1.7 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass68,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    68,965 miles
    Test number
    549208585941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail68,965 miles (+2,481)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,965 miles
    Test number
    111499868603
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass66,484 miles (+2,201)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    66,484 miles
    Test number
    673226622734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,283 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    64,283 miles
    Test number
    162619980374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,273 miles (+2,552)11 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,273 miles
    Test number
    329823946909
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings arch to shock turret (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings arch- front (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis leg by mud flap as marked (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis leg by mud flap as marked (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill as marked (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper corner missing (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 68% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked across letters (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Pass61,721 miles (+3,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    61,721 miles
    Test number
    840309979199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corroded

  13. Pass58,651 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    58,651 miles
    Test number
    197007386375
    • AdvisoryNearside front mud flap slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch/sill badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryProp shaft centre mounting/bracket broken

  14. Fail58,651 miles (+2,936)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,651 miles
    Test number
    435053357816
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside front mud flap slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch/sill badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryProp shaft centre mounting/bracket broken

  15. Pass55,715 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    55,715 miles
    Test number
    445604565067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail55,715 miles (+2,980)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,715 miles
    Test number
    155513765026
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass52,735 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,735 miles
    Test number
    348631574016
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail52,731 miles (+3,463)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,731 miles
    Test number
    125550674034
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Pass49,268 miles (+3,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,268 miles
    Test number
    148401673400
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass45,700 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,700 miles
    Test number
    918297162041
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Fail45,700 miles (+3,563)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,700 miles
    Test number
    467286462018
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass42,137 miles (+2,715)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,137 miles
    Test number
    869440761072
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass39,422 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,422 miles
    Test number
    682014750054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  24. Fail39,422 miles (+2,758)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,422 miles
    Test number
    764034450049
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  25. Pass36,664 miles (+2,817)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,664 miles
    Test number
    180401779054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteIndicators/hazard lights slightly defective

  26. Pass33,847 miles (+3,909)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    33,847 miles
    Test number
    584704568023
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Pass29,938 miles (+3,848)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    29,938 miles
    Test number
    334530357072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,090 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    26,090 miles
    Test number
    812779956004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T561 RDU

Does T561 RDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T561 RDU is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T561 RDU?
The MOT on T561 RDU is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T561 RDU done?
T561 RDU was recorded at 76,321 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 2,459 miles a year.
Has T561 RDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T561 RDU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T561 RDU 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 T561 RDU find?
T561 RDU passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both; front lower suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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