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Ford Transit

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,402 cc

X797 CTAMOT history

X797 CTA is a silver diesel Ford Transit first used on 1 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 52,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

X797 CTA silver Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
52,202 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,489 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X797 CTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X797 CTA was last recorded at 52,202 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 1,754 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,448 miles · 23 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,754 miles
Average per year
1,489 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,202 miles
  • 2024 – 50,448 miles
  • 2023 – 46,983 miles
  • 2022 – 45,858 miles
  • 2021 – 42,695 miles
  • 2020 – 40,515 miles
  • 2019 – 39,445 miles
  • 2018 – 38,219 miles
  • 2017 – 34,717 miles
  • 2015 – 27,100 miles
  • 2013 – 26,977 miles
  • 2012 – 26,611 miles
  • 2011 – 26,093 miles
  • 2010 – 25,672 miles
  • 2009 – 25,180 miles
  • 2008 – 25,045 miles
  • 2007 – 22,665 miles
  • 2006 – 22,350 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,202 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,202 miles (+1,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    52,202 miles
    Test number
    320947682386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass50,448 miles (+35)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    50,448 miles
    Test number
    237901101831
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  3. Fail50,413 miles (+3,430)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,413 miles
    Test number
    449308924982
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  4. Pass46,983 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    46,983 miles
    Test number
    513434862154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to crack (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to crack (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail46,974 miles (+1,116)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,974 miles
    Test number
    990892888230
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to crack (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to crack (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass45,858 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    45,858 miles
    Test number
    543327499691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded & holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing corroded

  7. Fail45,858 miles (+3,163)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,858 miles
    Test number
    579425520630
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded & holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing corroded

  8. Pass42,695 miles (+2,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    42,695 miles
    Test number
    955764141244
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass40,515 miles (+1,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    40,515 miles
    Test number
    139489881535
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated sticking (3.1 (c))

  10. Pass39,445 miles (+1,226)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    39,445 miles
    Test number
    646454818846
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass38,219 miles (+3,502)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    38,219 miles
    Test number
    814764979315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    34,717 miles
    Test number
    558608927590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail34,717 miles (+4,022)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,717 miles
    Test number
    238010066905
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Pass30,695 miles (+3,595)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    30,695 miles
    Test number
    467946160922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,100 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    27,100 miles
    Test number
    565497606714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,993 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    26,993 miles
    Test number
    736339115079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  17. Pass26,977 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    26,977 miles
    Test number
    229747623273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,611 miles (+518)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    26,611 miles
    Test number
    509926762066
    • NoteN/s front and o/s rear tyres are age cracked

  19. Pass26,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    26,093 miles
    Test number
    128202361476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,093 miles (+421)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,093 miles
    Test number
    288302761036
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass25,672 miles (+492)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,672 miles
    Test number
    310893460022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,180 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    25,180 miles
    Test number
    970995959051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,045 miles (+2,380)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    25,045 miles
    Test number
    160546848004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,665 miles (+315)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    22,665 miles
    Test number
    490664047024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass22,350 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    22,350 miles
    Test number
    863065746052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about X797 CTA

Does X797 CTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X797 CTA is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X797 CTA?
The MOT on X797 CTA is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X797 CTA done?
X797 CTA was recorded at 52,202 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 1,489 miles a year.
Has X797 CTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X797 CTA has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on X797 CTA 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 X797 CTA find?
X797 CTA passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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