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Red and Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T873 BWNMOT history

T873 BWN is a red and black diesel Ford Transit first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 159,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
159,982 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T873 BWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Red and Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T873 BWN was last recorded at 159,982 miles on 20 Dec 2025, 160 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Nov 2011: 146,138 miles, lower than 163,180 miles on 30 Nov 2010.

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
159,822 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
160 miles
Average per year
3,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,982 miles
  • 2024 – 159,822 miles
  • 2023 – 159,619 miles
  • 2022 – 159,217 miles
  • 2021 – 158,878 miles
  • 2020 – 158,514 miles
  • 2019 – 157,797 miles
  • 2018 – 157,077 miles
  • 2017 – 156,626 miles
  • 2016 – 156,124 miles
  • 2015 – 155,417 miles
  • 2014 – 154,766 miles
  • 2013 – 151,314 miles
  • 2012 – 147,986 miles
  • 2011 – 146,138 miles
  • 2010 – 163,180 miles
  • 2009 – 127,325 miles
  • 2008 – 119,567 miles
  • 2007 – 114,339 miles
  • 2006 – 98,842 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,982 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced above prob shaft bearing (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material back of balk head (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavily pitted outer face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavily pitted outer face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Driver seat cushion severely deteriorated seat frame showing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Driver seat cushion in poor state of repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass159,982 miles (+160)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    159,982 miles
    Test number
    521610010693
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced above prob shaft bearing (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material back of balk head (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass159,822 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    159,822 miles
    Test number
    662493767804
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavily pitted outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavily pitted outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail159,789 miles (+155)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,789 miles
    Test number
    100611862922
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat with a defective structure Seat cushion badly deteriorated part missing (6.2.5 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Above axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavily pitted outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Heavily pitted outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass159,634 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    159,634 miles
    Test number
    413980484975
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver seat cushion severely deteriorated seat frame showing
  5. Fail159,619 miles (+402)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,619 miles
    Test number
    855432983229
    • MajorFloor excessively deteriorated Floor of tipper full of holes items likely to fall through (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver seat cushion severely deteriorated seat frame showing
  6. Pass159,217 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    159,217 miles
    Test number
    409579662273
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver seat cushion in poor state of repair
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  7. Fail159,217 miles (+339)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,217 miles
    Test number
    873461629150
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver seat cushion in poor state of repair
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  8. Pass158,878 miles (+364)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    158,878 miles
    Test number
    805337522128
    • AdvisoryDriver seat cushion in poor state of repair
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow rear end of center box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion band outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion band outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass158,514 miles (+717)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    158,514 miles
    Test number
    194066099251
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Front spring eye bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver seat cushion in poor state of repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Front spring eye bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  10. Pass157,797 miles (+720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    157,797 miles
    Test number
    673432111987
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top Mount worn (5.3.2 (c))
  11. Pass157,077 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    157,077 miles
    Test number
    580085594752
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged Outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat Cushion in poor state of repair
  12. Fail157,049 miles (+423)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,049 miles
    Test number
    511074709996
    • MajorCentral Front Prop shaft bearing excessively worn Center Bearing marked yellow (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorCentral Rear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn Center bearing marked yellow (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged Outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat Cushion in poor state of repair
  13. Pass156,626 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    156,626 miles
    Test number
    130250305610
    • AdvisoryOil leak Oil Reseviour and Ram for tipper leaking
    • AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing Both Centre Bearing
  14. Fail156,560 miles (+436)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,560 miles
    Test number
    672325714706
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing behind washer bottle marked in yellow (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Chassis to rear of fuel tank marked in yellow (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak oil reseviour and ram for tipper leaking
    • AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing Both centre bearing
  15. Pass156,124 miles (+15)1 dangerous11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    156,124 miles
    Test number
    701677248244
    • DangerousDriver seat swab worn exposing seat frame
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Perished (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Chassis to rear of fuel tank corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Perished (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Diff cover leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak tipper ram leaking
    • AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing Both center bearing worn
  16. Fail156,109 miles (+692)1 dangerous3 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,109 miles
    Test number
    875548473375
    • DangerousDriver seat swab worn exposing seat frame
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped Front to rear pipe below cab floor (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Perished (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Chassis to rear of fuel tank corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Perished (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Diff cover leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak tipper ram leaking
    • AdvisoryPlay in propshaft centre bearing Both center bearing worn
  17. Pass155,417 miles (+16)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    155,417 miles
    Test number
    747200230591
    • DangerousCentre propshaft support bearing excessive movement
  18. Fail155,401 miles (+635)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,401 miles
    Test number
    666423897272
    • DangerousCentre propshaft support bearing excessive movement
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing as marked (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
  19. Pass154,766 miles (+44)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    154,766 miles
    Test number
    366655134308
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth front wings not secured to inner wheel arch
    • NoteRbt brake efficiency (park) 17%
  20. Fail154,722 miles (+3,408)8 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,722 miles
    Test number
    385755224375
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front wings not secured to inner wheel arch
  21. Pass151,314 miles (+16)3 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    151,314 miles
    Test number
    178196533333
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteMetal ends of front brake hoses undersealed
    • NoteOffside front seatbase in poor condition
    • NoteOffside rear inner tyre on legal limit (advise replacement)
    • NoteOffside undersill damaged
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded
    • NoteUnderbody corrosion
  22. Fail151,298 miles (+3,312)8 failures4 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,298 miles
    Test number
    887031833335
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteMetal ends of front brake hoses undersealed
    • NoteNearside front inner wing corroded (attention required)
    • NoteNearside outer and undersill corroded (attention required)
    • NoteOffside front seatbase in poor condition
    • NoteOffside rear inner tyre on legal limit (advise replacement)
    • NoteOffside undersill damaged
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded
    • NoteUnderbody corrosion
  23. Pass147,986 miles (+1,848)4 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    147,986 miles
    Test number
    935441532305
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteNearside front inner wheel arch coroded
    • NoteNearside front inner wing coroded under bonnet
    • NoteOffside and nearside front wheel arches coroded
    • NoteOffside and nearside outersills coroded
    • NoteOffside front seat base in poor condition
    • NoteUnderbody corosion
  24. Pass146,138 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    146,138 miles
    Test number
    798068821359
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteUnderbody corrosion
  25. Fail146,138 miles (-17,042)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,138 miles
    Test number
    779537021337
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  26. Pass163,180 miles (+35,855)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    163,180 miles
    Test number
    853894130337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass127,325 miles (+2)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    127,325 miles
    Test number
    664926639313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber worn smooth
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracking on sidewalls
  28. Fail127,323 miles (+7,756)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,323 miles
    Test number
    800865439373
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber worn smooth
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracking on sidewalls
  29. Pass119,567 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    119,567 miles
    Test number
    534238238314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail119,535 miles (+5,196)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,535 miles
    Test number
    783537538326
    • DangerousNearside Outer Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousClutch pedal anti-slip pad missing
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
  31. Pass114,339 miles (+15,497)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    114,339 miles
    Test number
    444731757321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass98,842 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    98,842 miles
    Test number
    614281736303
    • AdvisoryRear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteSlight imbalance in front brakes

Questions about T873 BWN

Does T873 BWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T873 BWN is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T873 BWN?
The MOT on T873 BWN is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T873 BWN done?
T873 BWN was recorded at 159,982 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2025, an average of 3,207 miles a year.
Has T873 BWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T873 BWN has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T873 BWN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Nov 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T873 BWN find?
T873 BWN passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: central vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced above prob shaft bearing; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material back of balk head; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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