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Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T742 JOAMOT history

T742 JOA is a grey diesel Ford Transit first used on 17 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 197,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jan 2027
Mileage
197,111 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,289 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T742 JOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T742 JOA was last recorded at 197,111 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 70,245 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,866 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
70,245 miles
Average per year
7,289 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 197,111 miles
  • 2024 – 126,866 miles
  • 2022 – 109,000 miles
  • 2021 – 96,735 miles
  • 2020 – 84,428 miles
  • 2016 – 81,438 miles
  • 2014 – 81,382 miles
  • 2013 – 81,367 miles
  • 2012 – 77,807 miles
  • 2011 – 73,179 miles
  • 2010 – 68,905 miles
  • 2009 – 64,474 miles
  • 2008 – 59,718 miles
  • 2007 – 54,173 miles
  • 2006 – 53,990 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,111 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases frontpipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,111 miles (+70,245)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    197,111 miles
    Test number
    883899115198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  2. Pass126,866 miles (+9,635)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    126,866 miles
    Test number
    287526921815
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside door step corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) becoming excessive
  3. Pass117,231 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    117,231 miles
    Test number
    184993698025
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases frontpipe (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Fail117,216 miles (+8,216)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,216 miles
    Test number
    674886359921
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation hose blocked? (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases frontpipe (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass109,000 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    109,000 miles
    Test number
    980626397835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail108,986 miles (+12,251)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,986 miles
    Test number
    977646575174
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded comp valve to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass96,735 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    96,735 miles
    Test number
    757780731340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail96,725 miles (+12,297)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,725 miles
    Test number
    602303413912
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass84,428 miles (+15)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    84,428 miles
    Test number
    158059423513
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Fail84,413 miles (+2,975)1 dangerous11 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,413 miles
    Test number
    589314079262
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 68% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced cab (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorProp shaft bearing excessively worn both (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass81,438 miles (+56)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    81,438 miles
    Test number
    847203815644
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion CHASSIS (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  12. Fail81,382 miles (+15)12 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,382 miles
    Test number
    238275734100
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExtensive welding carried out previously
  13. Fail81,367 miles (+3,560)7 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,367 miles
    Test number
    787065693283
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHand brake cable center mount broken
  14. Pass77,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    77,807 miles
    Test number
    116048192219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,807 miles (+4,628)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,807 miles
    Test number
    126341892257
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • 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 Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteHandbrake return spring broken
    • NoteProp shaft center bearings have play in them.
  16. Pass73,179 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    73,179 miles
    Test number
    818216921149
    • 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)
  17. Fail73,172 miles (+4,267)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,172 miles
    Test number
    636525821132
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • 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)
  18. Pass68,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    68,905 miles
    Test number
    502197530170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail68,905 miles (+4,431)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,905 miles
    Test number
    163787130130
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
  20. Pass64,474 miles (+4,756)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    64,474 miles
    Test number
    900958939152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,718 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    59,718 miles
    Test number
    331547938115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,696 miles (+5,523)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,696 miles
    Test number
    173155338158
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  23. Pass54,173 miles (+183)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    54,173 miles
    Test number
    880565837136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    53,990 miles
    Test number
    192089436154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail53,990 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,990 miles
    Test number
    641864726130
    • FailureCentre Upper Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about T742 JOA

Does T742 JOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T742 JOA is valid until 9 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T742 JOA?
The MOT on T742 JOA is valid until 9 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T742 JOA done?
T742 JOA was recorded at 197,111 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 7,289 miles a year.
Has T742 JOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T742 JOA has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T742 JOA 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 T742 JOA find?
T742 JOA passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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