The road tax status for P278 HBG is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for P278 HBG?

The MOT for P278 HBG is valid and due for renewal on or before 8 June 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of P278 HBG?

The recorded mileage for P278 HBG is 124,493 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is P278 HBG ULEZ compliant?

No, P278 HBG 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

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1996 Ford Transit 2.5L Diesel · P278 HBG

P278 HBG

1996 Ford Transit (2.5L, diesel). First registered 07/08/1996. Recorded mileage 124,493 miles. MOT valid until 08/06/2027.

Make & Model: FORD TRANSIT
Year / Origin: 1996 · Preston
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 08/06/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 124,493 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 124,493 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1996
Engine: 2496cc

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P278 HBG Key Findings

13 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 10/06/2026
124,493 miles recorded at latest MOT
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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P278 HBG Mileage History

21/07/200680,096 mi
19/07/200783,755 mi+3,659 mi
24/07/200888,677 mi+4,922 mi
06/07/200994,678 mi+6,001 mi
01/07/20110 mi-94,678 mi
23/07/20120 mi
14/08/2013112,742 mi+112,742 mi
30/01/2015117,725 mi+4,983 mi
28/01/2016120,696 mi+2,971 mi
24/05/2017122,658 mi+1,962 mi
24/05/2018123,940 mi+1,282 mi
10/06/2026124,493 mi+553 mi

Average of roughly 2,232 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

P278 HBG MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 20:28

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

13 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Ford Transit (P278 HBG) between July 2006 and June 2026.

The record contains 13 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 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.

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