No, R265 BNF is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for R265 BNF?

The MOT for R265 BNF is valid and due for renewal on or before 13 July 2015.

What is the recorded mileage of R265 BNF?

The recorded mileage for R265 BNF is 185,069 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R265 BNF ULEZ compliant?

No, R265 BNF does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1998 Ford Transit 2.5L Diesel · R265 BNF

R265 BNF

1998 Ford Transit (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01/04/1998. Recorded mileage 185,069 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD TRANSIT
Year / Origin: 1998 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 13/07/2015
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/09/2014)
Recorded Mileage: 185,069 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 13/07/2015

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/09/2014

Mileage: 185,069 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 1998
Engine: 2496cc

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R265 BNF Key Findings

13 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 14/07/2014
185,069 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (18 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! No MOT history found

! Older vehicle

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R265 BNF Mileage History

03/02/2006112,126 mi
12/02/2007121,465 mi+9,339 mi
11/02/2008129,456 mi+7,991 mi
16/02/2009137,371 mi+7,915 mi
15/03/2010142,532 mi+5,161 mi
29/03/2010142,550 mi+18 mi
26/03/2011155,687 mi+13,137 mi
28/03/2011155,827 mi+140 mi
26/03/2012168,596 mi+12,769 mi
26/03/2012168,596 mi
27/06/2013172,408 mi+3,812 mi
03/07/2013172,426 mi+18 mi
14/07/2014185,069 mi+12,643 mi

Average of roughly 8,641 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.

R265 BNF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 13:32

MOT Analysis

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13 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Ford Transit (R265 BNF) between February 2006 and July 2014.

The record contains 9 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 14 July 2014 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (18 issues), Tyres (12 issues), Bodywork (7 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)”; “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”.

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