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Ford Transit

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,402 cc

X789 GELMOT history

X789 GEL is a blue diesel Ford Transit first used on 28 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 105,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2026.

X789 GEL blue Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
105,769 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
X789 GEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X789 GEL was last recorded at 105,769 miles on 6 Jun 2026, 1,207 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Mar 2007: 98,715 km, lower than 198,167 km on 10 Jan 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
104,562 miles · 31 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,769 miles
  • 2025 – 104,562 miles
  • 2024 – 102,611 miles
  • 2023 – 101,315 miles
  • 2022 – 99,718 miles
  • 2021 – 97,733 miles
  • 2019 – 92,241 miles
  • 2018 – 83,050 miles
  • 2017 – 70,602 miles
  • 2016 – 54,647 miles
  • 2015 – 40,026 miles
  • 2014 – 24,006 miles
  • 2011 – 322,604 miles
  • 2009 – 271,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,769 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Step (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Step (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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 Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,769 miles (+1,207)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    105,769 miles
    Test number
    874191208879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Step (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Step (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass104,562 miles (+1,951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    104,562 miles
    Test number
    523396495141
    • AdvisoryNearside Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened step (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass102,611 miles (+1,296)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    102,611 miles
    Test number
    888551004230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,315 miles (+1,597)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    101,315 miles
    Test number
    476754933413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass99,718 miles (+1,985)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    99,718 miles
    Test number
    286210483631
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass97,733 miles (+5,492)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    97,733 miles
    Test number
    260477174402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass92,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,241 miles
    Test number
    363462683867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail92,241 miles (+9,191)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,241 miles
    Test number
    828702801387
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass83,050 miles (+12,448)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,050 miles
    Test number
    462368704604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,602 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    70,602 miles
    Test number
    426677954404
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Fail70,601 miles (+15,954)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,601 miles
    Test number
    900062476772
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass54,647 miles (+14,621)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,647 miles
    Test number
    161422620376
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  13. Pass40,026 miles (+16,020)1 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,026 miles
    Test number
    108583875122
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  14. Fail24,006 miles3 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,006 miles
    Test number
    235319074417
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass24,006 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    24,006 miles
    Test number
    418669674115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass365,553 km (+23,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    365,553 km
    Test number
    756202283191
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Fail342,184 km1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    342,184 km
    Test number
    228949772444
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass342,184 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    342,184 km
    Test number
    647179472106
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass322,604 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    322,604 miles
    Test number
    286869971196
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass189 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    189 km
    Test number
    471361680174
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass271,476 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    271,476 miles
    Test number
    572490489127
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Pass241,202 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    241,202 km
    Test number
    492987488072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  23. Fail241,202 km (+142,487)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,202 km
    Test number
    804817788052
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  24. Pass98,715 km (-99,452)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    98,715 km
    Test number
    854856587066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass198,167 km
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    198,167 km
    Test number
    542430116031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail198,167 km4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,167 km
    Test number
    610570216046
    • Repaired at testAll position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about X789 GEL

Does X789 GEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X789 GEL is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X789 GEL?
The MOT on X789 GEL is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X789 GEL done?
X789 GEL was recorded at 105,769 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2026.
Has X789 GEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X789 GEL has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on X789 GEL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Mar 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X789 GEL find?
X789 GEL passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step; nearside parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; offside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security step.

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