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Ford Transit

Turquoise · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T938 MBLMOT history

T938 MBL is a turquoise diesel Ford Transit first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 189,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2026
Mileage
189,608 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T938 MBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Turquoise
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T938 MBL was last recorded at 189,608 miles on 19 Sept 2025, 43 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jun 2020: 183,830 miles, lower than 185,327 miles on 1 Apr 2020.

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
189,565 miles · 20 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
43 miles
Average per year
3,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 189,608 miles
  • 2024 – 189,565 miles
  • 2021 – 187,432 miles
  • 2020 – 183,830 miles
  • 2019 – 171,223 miles
  • 2018 – 164,989 miles
  • 2017 – 154,234 miles
  • 2016 – 146,008 miles
  • 2015 – 142,068 miles
  • 2014 – 140,161 miles
  • 2013 – 137,775 miles
  • 2012 – 133,286 miles
  • 2011 – 129,588 miles
  • 2008 – 124,095 miles
  • 2007 – 124,095 miles
  • 2006 – 116,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,608 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,608 miles (+43)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    189,608 miles
    Test number
    827032389862
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  2. Pass189,565 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    189,565 miles
    Test number
    543759445387
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower chassis covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security above tank (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Fail189,555 miles (+2,123)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,555 miles
    Test number
    654201731371
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower chassis covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security above tank (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass187,432 miles (+3,602)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    187,432 miles
    Test number
    470567239681
    • MinorOffside Front Sub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Rear to front corroded o/s and n/s (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front head lights n/s/front and o/s/front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Weel arch corroded n/s/front and o/s/front (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass183,830 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    183,830 miles
    Test number
    618355324261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper 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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail183,830 miles (-1,497)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,830 miles
    Test number
    835139304842
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper 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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail185,327 miles (+14,104)22 major5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,327 miles
    Test number
    306467318718
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin Leak on manifold (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt missing Buckle missing (not found) (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front chassis leg corroded near front suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired Not continuous welding (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Outline marker lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Drivers (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Passengers (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured Lots (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure Lots (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Outline marker lamp incorrect colour Blue lights fitted - required to be white (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass171,223 miles (+6,234)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    171,223 miles
    Test number
    950877903125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass164,989 miles (+10,755)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    164,989 miles
    Test number
    598425372337
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion genarl and rear . (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass154,234 miles (+8,226)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    154,234 miles
    Test number
    379469632647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  11. Pass146,008 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    146,008 miles
    Test number
    268895036832
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail145,933 miles (+3,865)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,933 miles
    Test number
    821139492889
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg x2 (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg x2 (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass142,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    142,068 miles
    Test number
    987278905115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail142,063 miles (+1,902)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,063 miles
    Test number
    515178505148
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
  15. Pass140,161 miles (+2,386)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    140,161 miles
    Test number
    806042624147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass137,775 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    137,775 miles
    Test number
    237112223115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Fail137,772 miles (+4,486)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,772 miles
    Test number
    286449713406
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Pass133,286 miles (+3,698)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    133,286 miles
    Test number
    389968002199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass129,588 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    129,588 miles
    Test number
    819339991082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
  20. Fail129,588 miles (+5,493)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,588 miles
    Test number
    257479691004
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
  21. Pass124,095 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    124,095 miles
    Test number
    193004108035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
  22. Fail124,095 miles (+7,540)2 dangerous14 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,095 miles
    Test number
    402561667357
    • DangerousNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureFront Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  23. Pass116,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    116,555 miles
    Test number
    501777746356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T938 MBL

Does T938 MBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T938 MBL expired on 19 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T938 MBL?
The MOT on T938 MBL expired on 19 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T938 MBL done?
T938 MBL was recorded at 189,608 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2025, an average of 3,892 miles a year.
Has T938 MBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T938 MBL has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T938 MBL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Jun 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T938 MBL find?
T938 MBL passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2025 with 5 advisories: central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; central vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 2 more.

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