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Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,402 cc

X781 XFTMOT history

X781 XFT is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 15 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Dec 2021 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2021.

X781 XFT blue Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Dec 2021
Mileage
135,548 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,249 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X781 XFT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

X781 XFT was last recorded at 135,548 miles on 10 Dec 2021, 8,458 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,090 miles · 19 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
8,458 miles
Average per year
3,249 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 135,548 miles
  • 2020 – 127,090 miles
  • 2019 – 125,496 miles
  • 2018 – 124,378 miles
  • 2017 – 121,998 miles
  • 2016 – 119,830 miles
  • 2015 – 118,047 miles
  • 2014 – 115,987 miles
  • 2013 – 114,594 miles
  • 2012 – 113,342 miles
  • 2011 – 112,541 miles
  • 2010 – 110,681 miles
  • 2009 – 107,743 miles
  • 2008 – 102,890 miles
  • 2007 – 97,446 miles
  • 2006 – 91,379 miles
  • 2005 – 83,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail135,548 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch holed and corroded, near strut top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg box section holed and corroded in several areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting chassis bed holed and corroded, near rear tilt pivot (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch holed and corroded near strut top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg box section holed and corroded in several areas (unsatisfactory repair also carried out) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting bed chassis holed and corroded near rear tilt pivot (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different size tyres are fitted on twin wheels (5.2.3 (b))
  • MajorProp shaft bearing excessively worn centre (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Sill sections holed, corroded and in poor condition (Non structural)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Back panel holed, corroded and in poor condition (Non structural)

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Corrosion to whole of underside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail135,548 miles (+8,458)1 dangerous12 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,548 miles
    Test number
    613385614357
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch holed and corroded, near strut top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg box section holed and corroded in several areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting chassis bed holed and corroded, near rear tilt pivot (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch holed and corroded near strut top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg box section holed and corroded in several areas (unsatisfactory repair also carried out) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting bed chassis holed and corroded near rear tilt pivot (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different size tyres are fitted on twin wheels (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorProp shaft bearing excessively worn centre (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Sill sections holed, corroded and in poor condition (Non structural)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Back panel holed, corroded and in poor condition (Non structural)

  2. Pass127,090 miles (+1,594)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    127,090 miles
    Test number
    801158525159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass125,496 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    125,496 miles
    Test number
    310277496302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail125,486 miles (+1,108)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,486 miles
    Test number
    663547088553
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step to outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear of cab (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass124,378 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    124,378 miles
    Test number
    257819877293
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to whole of underside

  6. Fail124,365 miles (+2,367)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    801704326939
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to whole of underside

  7. Pass121,998 miles (+2,168)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    121,998 miles
    Test number
    252283189747
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to whole of underside

  8. Pass119,830 miles (+1,783)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    119,830 miles
    Test number
    569849686568
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker top mounts (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass118,047 miles (+2,060)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    118,047 miles
    Test number
    309965039053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,987 miles (+1,393)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    115,987 miles
    Test number
    375427784474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass114,594 miles (+1,252)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    114,594 miles
    Test number
    477797713460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass113,342 miles (+26)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    113,342 miles
    Test number
    936001532319
    • NoteSee advisory test number 787254022344

  13. Fail113,316 miles (+775)6 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,316 miles
    Test number
    787254022344
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCab untidy.
    • NoteGearbox oil leak.
    • NoteOffside front tyre has uneven wear.
    • NoteSecurity of brake pipe.
    • NoteTipper floor holed and corroded.

  14. Pass112,541 miles (+69)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    112,541 miles
    Test number
    825947041332
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteTipper body frame corroded and holed
    • NoteWelding repaires have been heavily undersealed.

  15. Fail112,472 miles (+1,791)8 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,472 miles
    Test number
    208159231324
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNearside front brake effort slow
    • NoteTipper body frame corroded and holed

  16. Pass110,681 miles (+39)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    110,681 miles
    Test number
    443811650411
    • NoteCorrosion on brake pipes.
    • NoteCorrosion on chassis rails.
    • NoteCorrosion on door steps.
    • NoteOffside rear brake noisey .

  17. Fail110,642 miles (+2,899)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,642 miles
    Test number
    784248940349
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion on brake pipes.
    • NoteCorrosion on chassis rails.
    • NoteCorrosion on door steps.
    • NoteOffside rear brake noisey .

  18. Pass107,743 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    107,743 miles
    Test number
    732413159322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail107,714 miles (+4,824)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,714 miles
    Test number
    351422059379
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAdvise oil leak on engine
    • NoteAdvise power steering fluid below minimum
    • NoteAdvise underbody corrosion started in places

  20. Pass102,890 miles (+5,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    102,890 miles
    Test number
    390037038373
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass97,446 miles (+6,067)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    97,446 miles
    Test number
    482110447373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass91,379 miles (+7,730)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    91,379 miles
    Test number
    671495046361
    • NoteFront discs

  23. Pass83,649 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    83,649 miles
    Test number
    234853255393
    • NoteFront discs wearing. †wiring security at rear.

Questions about X781 XFT

Does X781 XFT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X781 XFT expired on 18 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X781 XFT?
The MOT on X781 XFT expired on 18 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X781 XFT done?
X781 XFT was recorded at 135,548 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2021, an average of 3,249 miles a year.
Has X781 XFT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X781 XFT has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on X781 XFT 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 X781 XFT find?
X781 XFT failed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 12 major defects and 3 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; front registration plate inscription illegible; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 13 more.

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