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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,402 cc

X47 SUBMOT history

X47 SUB is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 3 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 216,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2023.

X47 SUB white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2024
Mileage
216,556 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X47 SUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X47 SUB was last recorded at 216,556 miles on 16 Aug 2023, 2,367 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,189 miles · 22 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
2,367 miles
Average per year
6,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 216,556 miles
  • 2022 – 214,189 miles
  • 2021 – 209,126 miles
  • 2019 – 198,545 miles
  • 2018 – 195,724 miles
  • 2017 – 184,664 miles
  • 2015 – 173,424 miles
  • 2014 – 163,912 miles
  • 2012 – 157,797 miles
  • 2010 – 151,367 miles
  • 2009 – 145,743 miles
  • 2008 – 139,710 miles
  • 2007 – 133,407 miles
  • 2006 – 113,295 miles
  • 2005 – 100,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,556 miles
  • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed repaired previously, door slightly ajar but can still be securely closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front sills/steps (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCorrosion build up underneath

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.

  • Advise general corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both inner and outer sills.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Advise chassis corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Advise oil leak.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear axle.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,556 miles (+2,367)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    216,556 miles
    Test number
    309138231183
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed repaired previously, door slightly ajar but can still be securely closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front sills/steps (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion build up underneath

  2. Pass214,189 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    214,189 miles
    Test number
    976300958755
    • AdvisoryAdvise general corrosion.
    • AdvisoryAdvise under vehicle heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both inner and outer sills. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail214,189 miles (+5,063)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,189 miles
    Test number
    315107104147
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced By cross member. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg under bonnet. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Middle cross member. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise general corrosion.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both inner and outer sills. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass209,126 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    209,126 miles
    Test number
    913059534429
    • AdvisoryAdvise chassis corroded.
    • AdvisoryAdvise oil leak.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear axle. (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail209,123 miles (+10,578)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,123 miles
    Test number
    409972692024
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Two patches on chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorAll position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which significantly reduces light intensity All rear inoperative (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAdvise chassis corroded.
    • AdvisoryAdvise oil leak.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear axle. (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass198,545 miles (+2,821)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    198,545 miles
    Test number
    912513778742
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorroded areas forming underside

  7. Pass195,724 miles (+11,060)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    195,724 miles
    Test number
    509528853771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass184,664 miles (+132)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    184,664 miles
    Test number
    123477719311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail184,532 miles (+11,108)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,532 miles
    Test number
    425524670661
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. Pass173,424 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    173,424 miles
    Test number
    859794525019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront chassis corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail173,424 miles (+9,512)1 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,424 miles
    Test number
    956894225051
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront chassis corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass163,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    163,912 miles
    Test number
    227693094039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail163,912 miles (+6,115)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,912 miles
    Test number
    867097184013
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass157,797 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    157,797 miles
    Test number
    945460222040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail157,796 miles (+6,429)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,796 miles
    Test number
    108449112019
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass151,367 miles (+5,624)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    151,367 miles
    Test number
    130163720342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass145,743 miles (+6,033)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    145,743 miles
    Test number
    594937039359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail139,710 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,710 miles
    Test number
    600261438398
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass139,710 miles (+6,303)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    139,710 miles
    Test number
    950841038376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass133,407 miles (+20,112)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    133,407 miles
    Test number
    374030617308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail113,295 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,295 miles
    Test number
    244179936364
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  22. Pass113,295 miles (+12,553)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    113,295 miles
    Test number
    451129336374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass100,742 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    100,742 miles
    Test number
    543599715383
    • NoteBoth rear outer tyres have cuts in walls
    • NoteOffside side markers inop

Questions about X47 SUB

Does X47 SUB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X47 SUB expired on 15 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X47 SUB?
The MOT on X47 SUB expired on 15 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X47 SUB done?
X47 SUB was recorded at 216,556 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2023, an average of 6,525 miles a year.
Has X47 SUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X47 SUB has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on X47 SUB 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 X47 SUB find?
X47 SUB passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2023 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front; front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front; driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed repaired previously, door slightly ajar but can still be securely closed, and 4 more.

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