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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T642 VNUMOT history

T642 VNU is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 13 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 142,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2024
Mileage
142,902 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2023
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,944 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T642 VNU
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
13 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T642 VNU was last recorded at 142,902 miles on 30 Mar 2023, 3,997 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Apr 2015: 123,374 miles, lower than 188,278 miles on 28 Mar 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
138,905 miles · 25 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
3,997 miles
Average per year
4,944 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 142,902 miles
  • 2022 – 138,905 miles
  • 2020 – 138,565 miles
  • 2019 – 138,548 miles
  • 2018 – 131,661 miles
  • 2017 – 125,300 miles
  • 2015 – 123,383 miles
  • 2014 – 188,278 miles
  • 2013 – 114,320 miles
  • 2012 – 111,688 miles
  • 2011 – 102,462 miles
  • 2010 – 88,258 miles
  • 2009 – 81,265 miles
  • 2008 – 76,353 miles
  • 2007 – 65,379 miles
  • 2006 – 57,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,902 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both floors, chassis rails under sills, outer sills, inner flitches and cross members (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Outer Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,902 miles (+3,997)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    142,902 miles
    Test number
    359642746772
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both floors, chassis rails under sills, outer sills, inner flitches and cross members (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass138,905 miles (+340)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    138,905 miles
    Test number
    746545230831
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components slightly corroded

  3. Pass138,565 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    138,565 miles
    Test number
    768116746442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass138,548 miles (+6,887)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    138,548 miles
    Test number
    237652170836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass131,661 miles (+6,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    131,661 miles
    Test number
    511172699577
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All coils front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All sills, under floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass125,300 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    125,300 miles
    Test number
    538792697819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail125,295 miles (+1,912)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,295 miles
    Test number
    207168539056
    • FailureFront registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Statutory seat belt missing locking mechanism (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded step (5.2.6)

  8. Pass123,383 miles (+9)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    123,383 miles
    Test number
    377734005174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteClutch pedal anti slip device missing

  9. Fail123,374 miles (-64,904)3 dangerous4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,374 miles
    Test number
    197933095448
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureTowbar locking device insecure (6.6.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteClutch pedal anti slip device missing

  10. Pass188,278 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    188,278 miles
    Test number
    117007484013
    • AdvisoryLower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail188,278 miles (+73,958)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,278 miles
    Test number
    436517484091
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryLower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass114,320 miles (+2,632)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    114,320 miles
    Test number
    259912793021
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryLower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass111,688 miles (+9,226)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    111,688 miles
    Test number
    117995072092
    • NoteAdvise slight brake pedal travel

  14. Pass102,462 miles (+14,204)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    102,462 miles
    Test number
    977480511057
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass88,258 miles (+6,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    88,258 miles
    Test number
    771577400031
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass81,265 miles (+4,912)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    81,265 miles
    Test number
    154249209091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,353 miles (+10,974)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    76,353 miles
    Test number
    400648318028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,379 miles (+7,493)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    65,379 miles
    Test number
    913148817057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    57,886 miles
    Test number
    541107916088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T642 VNU

Does T642 VNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T642 VNU expired on 29 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T642 VNU?
The MOT on T642 VNU expired on 29 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T642 VNU done?
T642 VNU was recorded at 142,902 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2023, an average of 4,944 miles a year.
Has T642 VNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T642 VNU has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2017.
Has the mileage on T642 VNU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Apr 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T642 VNU find?
T642 VNU passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2023 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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