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Ford Freda

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T983 XDLMOT history

T983 XDL is a silver petrol Ford Freda first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 76,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
76,830 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,322 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T983 XDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Freda
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T983 XDL was last recorded at 76,830 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,828 miles · 24 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,322 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,830 miles
  • 2023 – 75,506 miles
  • 2022 – 71,770 miles
  • 2021 – 69,377 miles
  • 2020 – 58,329 miles
  • 2019 – 57,642 miles
  • 2018 – 54,275 miles
  • 2017 – 53,434 miles
  • 2016 – 52,499 miles
  • 2015 – 51,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,830 miles
  • MinorOffside Electrical wiring inadequately secured battery terminal (4.11 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryAll tyres 11 years oldRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryInner and outer sills corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated mounting not fitted, hose secured with a strap

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,830 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    76,830 miles
    Test number
    312680330307
    • MinorOffside Electrical wiring inadequately secured battery terminal (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres 11 years old
    • AdvisoryInner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  2. Fail76,828 miles (+1,322)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,828 miles
    Test number
    207454703224
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Electrical wiring inadequately secured battery terminal (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres 11 years old
    • AdvisoryInner and outer sills corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  3. Pass75,506 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    75,506 miles
    Test number
    445155072407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember slightly holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill holed and corroded

  4. Fail75,506 miles (+3,736)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,506 miles
    Test number
    813963184445
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember slightly holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill holed and corroded

  5. Pass71,770 miles (+92)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    71,770 miles
    Test number
    462180736120
    • MinorNearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated mounting not fitted, hose secured with a strap (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail71,678 miles (+2,301)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,678 miles
    Test number
    313077488038
    • MajorEmissions not tested major leak of gas (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure fixings broken, out of alignment (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated mounting not fitted, hose secured with a strap (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass69,377 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    69,377 miles
    Test number
    993248873302
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail69,377 miles (+11,048)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,377 miles
    Test number
    470819759965
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both o/s and n/s (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass58,329 miles (+687)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    58,329 miles
    Test number
    383997672538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,642 miles (+3,367)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    57,642 miles
    Test number
    889677237210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,275 miles (+841)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    54,275 miles
    Test number
    545776679619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    53,434 miles
    Test number
    155021319140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail53,434 miles (+935)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,434 miles
    Test number
    901829085558
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass52,499 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,499 miles
    Test number
    557547132605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,225 miles
    Test number
    135808305218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,225 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,225 miles
    Test number
    419778005223
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T983 XDL

Does T983 XDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T983 XDL is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T983 XDL?
The MOT on T983 XDL is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T983 XDL done?
T983 XDL was recorded at 76,830 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 2,322 miles a year.
Has T983 XDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T983 XDL has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T983 XDL 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 T983 XDL find?
T983 XDL passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside electrical wiring inadequately secured battery terminal; all tyres 11 years old; inner and outer sills corroded, and 1 more.

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