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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

V686 HMSMOT history

V686 HMS is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 29 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 77,453 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

V686 HMS white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
77,453 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V686 HMS
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
29 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V686 HMS was last recorded at 77,453 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,441 miles · 10 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
1,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 77,453 miles
  • 2024 – 76,834 miles
  • 2023 – 76,475 miles
  • 2021 – 75,636 miles
  • 2020 – 74,943 miles
  • 2019 – 71,329 miles
  • 2018 – 70,037 miles
  • 2017 – 68,547 miles
  • 2016 – 67,246 miles
  • 2015 – 66,174 miles
  • 2013 – 65,074 miles
  • 2012 – 64,481 miles
  • 2011 – 62,654 miles
  • 2010 – 61,213 miles
  • 2009 – 59,835 miles
  • 2008 – 58,279 miles
  • 2007 – 55,622 miles
  • 2006 – 51,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,453 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Step repair covered in undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Step repair covered in undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass77,453 miles (+12)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    77,453 miles
    Test number
    941174005120
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Step repair covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryOffside Step repair covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Fail77,441 miles (+123)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,441 miles
    Test number
    644183618892
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door hinge insecure Area corroded (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Step repair covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Step repair covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Fail77,318 miles (+484)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,318 miles
    Test number
    844990850227
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber upper mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass76,834 miles (+359)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    76,834 miles
    Test number
    615826945989
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRusty exhaust

  5. Pass76,475 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    76,475 miles
    Test number
    619300832297
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  6. Fail76,475 miles (+839)2 dangerous5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,475 miles
    Test number
    417268093138
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced seat base mount (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  7. Pass75,636 miles (+693)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    75,636 miles
    Test number
    602724560000
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty

  8. Pass74,943 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    74,943 miles
    Test number
    789416442283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,937 miles (+3,608)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,937 miles
    Test number
    121371762178
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp indicator (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion body, sills and chassis
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to N/S and O/S battery trays
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnable to measure front pads (wheel trims fitted)

  10. Pass71,329 miles (+1,292)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    71,329 miles
    Test number
    123990576950
    • AdvisoryFront slight play in anti roll bar links and bushes
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to body, sills and chassis

  11. Pass70,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    70,037 miles
    Test number
    364754939310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail70,037 miles (+1,490)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,037 miles
    Test number
    635737211498
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

  13. Pass68,547 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    68,547 miles
    Test number
    337550997684
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside sills corroded

  14. Fail68,547 miles (+1,301)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,547 miles
    Test number
    516920042030
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on minimum level
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside sills corroded

  15. Pass67,246 miles (+1,072)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    67,246 miles
    Test number
    812045157807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,174 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    66,174 miles
    Test number
    877217505095
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn
    • NoteOffside and nearside sills corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail66,174 miles (+1,100)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,174 miles
    Test number
    177345105092
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn
    • NoteOffside and nearside sills corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass65,074 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    65,074 miles
    Test number
    365609633355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak

  19. Fail65,073 miles (+9)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,073 miles
    Test number
    298865403342
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • 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 Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak

  20. Fail65,064 miles (+583)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,064 miles
    Test number
    467284793295
    • FailureNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  21. Pass64,481 miles (+1,827)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    64,481 miles
    Test number
    875993992285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,654 miles (+1,441)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    62,654 miles
    Test number
    305733591259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,213 miles (+1,378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    61,213 miles
    Test number
    694559970268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass59,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    59,835 miles
    Test number
    170792789299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail59,835 miles (+1,556)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,835 miles
    Test number
    131941679212
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteUnable to measure pad thickness

  26. Pass58,279 miles (+5)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    58,279 miles
    Test number
    904386198233
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside and nearside front wheel arches corroded
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn at inner edge
    • NoteSurface corrosion to rear metal brake pipes

  27. Fail58,274 miles (+2,652)4 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,274 miles
    Test number
    170649488205
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside and nearside front wheel arches corroded
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn at inner edge
    • NoteSurface corrosion to rear metal brake pipes

  28. Pass55,622 miles (+9)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    55,622 miles
    Test number
    330625987230
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteUnable to measure brake pads

  29. Fail55,613 miles (+3,630)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,613 miles
    Test number
    313958877476
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteUnable to measure brake pads

  30. Pass51,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    51,983 miles
    Test number
    221522866279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail51,983 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,983 miles
    Test number
    643612166241
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about V686 HMS

Does V686 HMS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V686 HMS is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V686 HMS?
The MOT on V686 HMS is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V686 HMS done?
V686 HMS was recorded at 77,453 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 1,329 miles a year.
Has V686 HMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V686 HMS has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V686 HMS 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 V686 HMS find?
V686 HMS passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside rear suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal; nearside step repair covered in underseal, and 2 more.

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