P23DCN - FORD TRANSIT

MOT: Valid

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The Ford Transit is a versatile and widely recognised commercial vehicle, often referred to simply as the Transit. Manufactured by Ford Motor Company, a renowned global automaker with a long history dating back to 1903, the Transit has become a staple in the commercial sector since its introduction in 1965. Known for its durability and practicality, the Transit is available in various configurations, including panel vans, chassis cabs, and minibus variants. Key features include a range of engine options, spacious cargo areas, and advanced safety features, making it a popular choice for businesses requiring reliable transportation. Its enduring popularity is a testament to Ford’s commitment to innovation and quality in commercial vehicle manufacturing.

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Vehicle Overview

Make

FORD

Model

TRANSIT

Colour

White

Year

1997

First Registered

May 1997

First Used

28 May 1997

Technical Details

Engine Capacity

2496 cc

Engine Size

2496 cc

Fuel Type

Diesel

Wheelplan

2 AXLE RIGID BODY

Weight

Not available

Environmental Impact

CO2 Emissions

Not available

Euro Status

Not available

Real Driving Emissions

Not available

Status & Compliance

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax Due Date

June 01, 2025

Type Approval

Not available

Last V5C

20/06/2012

Data provided by DVLA

MOT History

Vehicle testing history with 37 MOT tests

The vehicle is a white 1997 Ford Transit with registration P23DCN, first registered in May 1997. It is powered by a 2,496cc diesel engine. The current mileage is 125,479 miles. The MOT is valid until 18 February 2026, with the latest test conducted on 19 February 2025. Advisory notes include front oil leak, corroded suspension components, rear leaf spring shackle brackets, minor exhaust leak, front shock absorber misting, corroded brake pipes, slight play in the offside front wheel bearing, general underside corrosion, and poor rear body condition. The vehicle is taxed. No CO2 emissions data is available.

Understanding MOT Defect Categories

Dangerous Direct and immediate risk to road safety or the environment. Vehicle must not be driven until repaired.

Major May affect safety, environment, or other road users. Repair immediately.

Minor No significant effect on safety but should be repaired as soon as possible.

Advisory Could become more serious in the future. Monitor and repair if necessary.

Total Tests

Passed Tests

Failed Tests

Latest Test

Passed

Passed - 19 February 2025

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 125,479 mi

Expires: 18 February 2026

Advisories: 9

Advisory Notices:

Advisory Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
Advisory Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Advisory General underside corrosion
Advisory Rear body in poor condition

Failed - 17 January 2025

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 125,348 mi

Major: 12 Advisories: 5

Major Defects:

Major Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
Major Front Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Major Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Major Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Major Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired rear cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Major Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength central cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Major Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear of cab (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Major Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear of cab (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Major Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Major Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Major Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Major Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected under bonnet (4.11 (a) (ii))

Advisory Notices:

Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Advisory General underside corrosion
Advisory rear body in poor condition
Advisory Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Passed - 18 January 2024

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 124,072 mi

Expires: 15 February 2025

Advisories: 6

Failed - 16 January 2024

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 124,051 mi

Major: 2 Advisories: 6

Major Defects:

Major Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member at spring anchor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Major Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member at spring anchor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Advisory Notices:

Advisory Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Passed - 30 January 2023

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 123,223 mi

Expires: 15 February 2024

Advisories: 4

Failed - 18 January 2023

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 123,195 mi

Major: 4 Advisories: 4

Major Defects:

Major Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced B post (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Major Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced chassis outrigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Major Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Major Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Advisory Notices:

Advisory Nearside inner and outer sills corroded
Advisory both front brake discs deteriorated
Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory Wheel bearing has slight play both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Passed - 20 January 2022

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 122,267 mi

Expires: 15 February 2023

Advisories: 4

Failed - 17 January 2022 Dangerous Defects

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 122,251 mi

Dangerous: 1 Major: 3 Advisories: 4

Dangerous Defects:

Dangerous Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Major Defects:

Major Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Major Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Major Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Advisory Notices:

Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Advisory front exhaust silencer deteriorated
Advisory Nearside Front tyre worn heavily on inner edge
Advisory Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Passed - 28 January 2021

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 121,073 mi

Expires: 15 February 2022

Advisories: 1

Failed - 18 January 2021

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 121,057 mi

Major: 3 Advisories: 1

Passed - 10 February 2020

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 120,066 mi

Expires: 15 February 2021

Advisories: 1

Failed - 03 February 2020

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 120,024 mi

Major: 3 Advisories: 3

Major Defects:

Major Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Major Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Major Rear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Advisory Notices:

Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Passed - 30 January 2019

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 118,746 mi

Expires: 15 February 2020

Advisories: 5

Failed - 28 January 2019

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 118,734 mi

Major: 3 Advisories: 5

Major Defects:

Major Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Major Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Advisory Notices:

Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Advisory Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Load sensing valve to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Passed - 16 February 2018

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 117,496 mi

Expires: 15 February 2019

Advisories: 2

Failed - 15 November 2017

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 157,465 mi

Major: 11 Advisories: 10

Major Defects:

Major rear brake excessively fluctuating both rears (3.7.B.3)
Major Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Major Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
Major Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
Major Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer rigger at tank (5.2.6)
Major Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger (5.2.6)
Major Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Major Offside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Major Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
Major Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch X2 (2.4.A.3)
Major Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch X2 (2.4.A.3)

Advisory Notices:

Advisory both front headlamps deteriorated
Advisory engine oil leak
Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory rear cross member corroded
Advisory Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
Advisory Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Passed - 18 November 2016

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 150,113 mi

Expires: 28 November 2017

Advisories: 9

Advisory Notices:

Advisory Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Advisory engine oil leak
Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory propshaft centre bearing worn
Advisory rear cross member corroded
Advisory Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Advisory Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Advisory general under body/chassis corrosion

Failed - 08 November 2016

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 150,862 mi

Major: 7 Advisories: 15

Major Defects:

Major Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Major Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Major Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Major Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis/cross member (2.4.A.3)
Major Nearside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)
Major Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure U bolts (2.4.B.7b)
Major Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Advisory Notices:

Advisory rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rears (3.7.B.3)
Advisory both front headlamps deteriorated
Advisory Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Advisory engine oil leak
Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory propshaft centre bearing worn
Advisory exhaust deteriorated
Advisory rear cross member corroded
Advisory Nearside Rear leaf spring splayed
Advisory Nearside Rear brake slight bind
Advisory Nearside Front inner wheel arch corroding
Advisory Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Advisory Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Advisory general under body/chassis corrosion

Passed - 17 November 2015

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 145,144 mi

Expires: 28 November 2016

Advisories: 6

Advisory Notices:

Advisory Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Advisory rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (3.7.B.3)
Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement platform front bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
Advisory both front chassis outriggers corroded
Advisory welded repairs undersealed

Failed - 09 November 2015

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 145,144 mi

Major: 12 Advisories: 5

Major Defects:

Major Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Major Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Major Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded above propshaft behind cab (3.1.9)
Major Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases near flex (7.1.2)
Major Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer chassis above axle (2.4.A.3)
Major Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
Major Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
Major Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded strut top mounting (2.4.A.3)
Major Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded strut top mounting (2.4.A.3)
Major Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg at front subframe mounting (2.4.A.3)
Major Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured chassis leg at subframe mounting (2.4.A.3)
Major Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured chassis leg at subframe mounting (2.4.A.3)

Advisory Notices:

Advisory Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Advisory rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (3.7.B.3)
Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement platform front bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
Advisory both front chassis outriggers corroded

Passed - 25 November 2014

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 138,699 mi

Expires: 28 November 2015

Advisories: 5

Failed - 21 November 2014 Dangerous Defects

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 138,694 mi

Dangerous: 5 Major: 6 Advisories: 5

Dangerous Defects:

Dangerous Nearside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Dangerous Offside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Dangerous Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Dangerous Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Dangerous Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Major Defects:

Major Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Major Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Major Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Major Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
Major Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
Major Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Advisory Notices:

Advisory Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
Advisory Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Passed - 01 November 2013

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 130,998 mi

Expires: 28 November 2014

Advisories: 8

Advisory Notices:

Advisory Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
Advisory Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Offside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Advisory Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Advisory Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Failed - 30 October 2013

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 130,893 mi

Major: 4 Advisories: 8

Major Defects:

Major Battery insecure (1.9.1)
Major Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Major Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Major Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Advisory Notices:

Advisory Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
Advisory Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Offside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Advisory Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Advisory Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Passed - 16 November 2012

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 123,782 mi

Expires: 28 November 2013

Failed - 15 November 2012

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 123,742 mi

Major: 4

Passed - 14 November 2011

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 116,162 mi

Expires: 28 November 2012

Advisories: 1

Passed - 03 November 2010

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 108,240 mi

Expires: 28 November 2011

Failed - 01 November 2010

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 108,157 mi

Major: 3

Passed - 13 November 2009

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 100,282 mi

Expires: 28 November 2010

Failed - 10 November 2009

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 100,179 mi

Major: 3

Passed - 20 November 2008

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 92,435 mi

Expires: 28 November 2009

Failed - 07 November 2008 Dangerous Defects

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 92,162 mi

Dangerous: 1 Major: 4

Passed - 09 November 2007

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 83,248 mi

Expires: 28 November 2008

Failed - 02 November 2007 Dangerous Defects

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 83,044 mi

Dangerous: 1 Major: 6

Dangerous Defects:

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

Major Defects:

Major Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Major Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Major Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Major Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Major Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Major Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Passed - 10 November 2006

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 73,074 mi

Expires: 28 November 2007

Passed - 22 November 2005

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 63,889 mi

Expires: 28 November 2006

Advisories: 5

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the MOT due for P23DCN?

The MOT expires on 18 February 2026.

What is the tax status of P23DCN?

The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 June 2025.

What are the specifications of P23DCN?

This is a 1997 FORD TRANSIT in White. It runs on Diesel with a 2496cc engine.

What is the environmental impact of P23DCN?

Environmental data not available for this vehicle.