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Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T581 WUMMOT history

T581 WUM is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 88,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
88,008 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T581 WUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T581 WUM was last recorded at 88,008 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,995 miles · 4 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
3,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,008 miles
  • 2025 – 84,897 miles
  • 2024 – 80,639 miles
  • 2023 – 76,633 miles
  • 2022 – 72,517 miles
  • 2021 – 66,406 miles
  • 2020 – 59,522 miles
  • 2019 – 53,392 miles
  • 2018 – 47,699 miles
  • 2017 – 43,692 miles
  • 2016 – 40,423 miles
  • 2015 – 37,269 miles
  • 2014 – 34,689 miles
  • 2013 – 32,284 miles
  • 2012 – 31,211 miles
  • 2011 – 29,491 miles
  • 2010 – 28,541 miles
  • 2009 – 26,494 miles
  • 2008 – 23,697 miles
  • 2007 – 22,368 miles
  • 2006 – 20,522 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,008 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,008 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    88,008 miles
    Test number
    306607500270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail87,995 miles (+3,098)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,995 miles
    Test number
    944525644557
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Cab floor under Passenger seat (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass84,897 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    84,897 miles
    Test number
    149132705774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail84,891 miles (+4,252)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,891 miles
    Test number
    262408697534
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired crossmember welding not finished (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember next to shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass80,639 miles (+4,006)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    80,639 miles
    Test number
    527615171975
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass76,633 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,633 miles
    Test number
    575294756563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail76,630 miles (+4,113)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,630 miles
    Test number
    736254301362
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass72,517 miles (+181)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    72,517 miles
    Test number
    483011914650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,336 miles (+5,930)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,336 miles
    Test number
    552157465213
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass66,406 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    66,406 miles
    Test number
    960358830062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,403 miles (+6,881)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,403 miles
    Test number
    374322081295
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass59,522 miles (+6,130)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    59,522 miles
    Test number
    494756777657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,392 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    53,392 miles
    Test number
    449476573421
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySills corroded

  14. Fail53,389 miles (+5,690)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,389 miles
    Test number
    241649785251
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySills corroded

  15. Pass47,699 miles (+4,007)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    47,699 miles
    Test number
    718399203956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,692 miles (+3,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    43,692 miles
    Test number
    586598955921
    • AdvisoryFront and rear reg plate deteriorated

  17. Pass40,423 miles (+3,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    40,423 miles
    Test number
    524929156270
    • AdvisoryRear reg plate deteriorated

  18. Pass37,269 miles (+2,580)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    37,269 miles
    Test number
    487938975040
    • NoteNearside outer sill corroded at front

  19. Pass34,689 miles (+2,405)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    34,689 miles
    Test number
    475241294006
    • NoteEx mount on gearbox mount broken
    • NoteMetal parts of front brake flexy pipes corrosion
    • NotePower steering pipes corrosion
    • NoteRear reg plate deteriorated

  20. Pass32,284 miles (+1,073)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    32,284 miles
    Test number
    106912273449
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket loose
    • NoteHeadlamps deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear wheel arch corroded

  21. Pass31,211 miles (+1,720)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,211 miles
    Test number
    586836492003
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/r arch corrosion
    • NoteO/s/r mud flap loose
    • NoteRear reg plate deteriorated

  22. Pass29,491 miles (+950)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,491 miles
    Test number
    156696671049
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront discs pitting
    • NoteN/s/f o/s/r and n/s/r wheel archs corrosion
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cracks in sidewall
    • NoteSlight bind n/s/r brake

  23. Pass28,541 miles (+2,047)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    28,541 miles
    Test number
    623994070051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass26,494 miles (+2,797)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    26,494 miles
    Test number
    120476579498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,697 miles (+1,329)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,697 miles
    Test number
    673636388022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,368 miles (+1,846)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    22,368 miles
    Test number
    410875377015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    20,522 miles
    Test number
    114179766091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T581 WUM

Does T581 WUM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T581 WUM is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T581 WUM?
The MOT on T581 WUM is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T581 WUM done?
T581 WUM was recorded at 88,008 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 3,375 miles a year.
Has T581 WUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T581 WUM has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T581 WUM 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 T581 WUM find?
T581 WUM passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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