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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

V696 XVLMOT history

V696 XVL is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 29 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2024 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 142,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2023.

V696 XVL white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2024
Mileage
142,140 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2023
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V696 XVL
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 expired on 2 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V696 XVL was last recorded at 142,140 miles on 3 Nov 2023, 44 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,096 miles · 24 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
44 miles
Average per year
2,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 142,140 miles
  • 2022 – 142,068 miles
  • 2020 – 139,676 miles
  • 2019 – 138,835 miles
  • 2018 – 138,200 miles
  • 2017 – 138,182 miles
  • 2016 – 135,782 miles
  • 2015 – 131,493 miles
  • 2014 – 125,300 miles
  • 2012 – 115,747 miles
  • 2011 – 110,544 miles
  • 2010 – 109,270 miles
  • 2009 – 108,228 miles
  • 2008 – 107,246 miles
  • 2007 – 105,829 miles
  • 2006 – 103,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,140 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,140 miles (+44)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    142,140 miles
    Test number
    930645374823
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail142,096 miles (+28)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,096 miles
    Test number
    581322751354
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,068 miles (+2,392)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    142,068 miles
    Test number
    578991453652
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass139,676 miles (+841)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    139,676 miles
    Test number
    624537573187
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass138,835 miles (+68)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    138,835 miles
    Test number
    789039672779
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail138,767 miles (+567)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,767 miles
    Test number
    330639095899
    • MajorFront Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced x member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear of cab x member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass138,200 miles (+18)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    138,200 miles
    Test number
    143558703019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryRust hole n/s/f step box

  8. Fail138,182 miles (+2,400)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,182 miles
    Test number
    546974809589
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded of cab (5.2.6)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings above tank (6.1.B.2)

  9. Pass135,782 miles (+53)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    135,782 miles
    Test number
    179513884077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail135,729 miles (+4,236)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,729 miles
    Test number
    528859033335
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement temp cap (7.2.4b)
    • FailureHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play all the rest have slight play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded damaged (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass131,493 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    131,493 miles
    Test number
    716458865066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail131,471 miles (+6,171)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,471 miles
    Test number
    169496355446
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass125,300 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    125,300 miles
    Test number
    398937804050
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  14. Fail125,300 miles (+9,553)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,300 miles
    Test number
    897997904020
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  15. Fail115,747 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,747 miles
    Test number
    275497752309
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass115,747 miles (+5,203)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    115,747 miles
    Test number
    449177452410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass110,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    110,544 miles
    Test number
    255511221350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail110,543 miles (+1,273)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,543 miles
    Test number
    177971521332
    • FailureParking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass109,270 miles (+1,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    109,270 miles
    Test number
    681522420392
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass108,228 miles (+982)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    108,228 miles
    Test number
    490348129451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail107,246 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,246 miles
    Test number
    112462838317
    • Repaired at testExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass107,246 miles (+1,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    107,246 miles
    Test number
    580392138320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass105,829 miles (+2,054)1 dangerous8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    105,829 miles
    Test number
    463823327422
    • DangerousPropshaft component defective
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOffside steering rack slight play.

  24. Pass103,775 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    103,775 miles
    Test number
    941933436376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about V696 XVL

Does V696 XVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V696 XVL expired on 2 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V696 XVL?
The MOT on V696 XVL expired on 2 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V696 XVL done?
V696 XVL was recorded at 142,140 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2023, an average of 2,266 miles a year.
Has V696 XVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V696 XVL has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on V696 XVL 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 V696 XVL find?
V696 XVL passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 1 more.

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