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Ford Transit

Red and Green · Diesel · 2008 · 2,397 cc

LO08 BYWMOT history

LO08 BYW is a red and green diesel Ford Transit first used on 20 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 25 Mar 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 233,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2024.

LO08 BYW red Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Mar 2025
Mileage
233,546 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2024
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 BYW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Red and Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 BYW was last recorded at 233,546 miles on 26 Mar 2024, 1,353 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
232,193 miles · 20 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1,353 miles
Average per year
10,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 233,546 miles
  • 2023 – 232,193 miles
  • 2022 – 230,780 miles
  • 2021 – 228,756 miles
  • 2019 – 224,328 miles
  • 2018 – 217,682 miles
  • 2017 – 209,576 miles
  • 2016 – 193,415 miles
  • 2015 – 193,332 miles
  • 2014 – 180,722 miles
  • 2013 – 146,897 miles
  • 2012 – 120,192 miles
  • 2011 – 95,689 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass233,546 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play s (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox - Prop Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Severe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass233,546 miles (+1,353)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    233,546 miles
    Test number
    636525926028
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play s (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox - Prop Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Severe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass232,193 miles (+1,413)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    232,193 miles
    Test number
    472712975011
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandBrake Efficiency 16%
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  3. Pass230,780 miles3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    230,780 miles
    Test number
    920241396855
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty Poor Condition (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail230,780 miles (+2,024)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,780 miles
    Test number
    400749871754
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass228,756 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    228,756 miles
    Test number
    433470482133
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail228,756 miles (+4,428)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,756 miles
    Test number
    716731728428
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass224,328 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    224,328 miles
    Test number
    828242077877
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail224,326 miles (+6,644)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,326 miles
    Test number
    231962356045
    • DangerousNearside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixings loose to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixings loose to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured Front spring eye (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass217,682 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    217,682 miles
    Test number
    632182394918
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail217,648 miles (+8,072)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,648 miles
    Test number
    662083301898
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 9.99 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass209,576 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    209,576 miles
    Test number
    300319207070
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased

  12. Fail209,538 miles (+7,060)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,538 miles
    Test number
    649580049421
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass202,478 miles (+38)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    202,478 miles
    Test number
    386721937165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail202,440 miles (+9,025)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,440 miles
    Test number
    965559643857
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement caliper park brake lever seized (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass193,415 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    193,415 miles
    Test number
    989313221804
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail193,401 miles (+69)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,401 miles
    Test number
    886779782826
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass193,332 miles (+12,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    193,332 miles
    Test number
    118733205150
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass180,722 miles (+33,825)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    180,722 miles
    Test number
    866114844158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass146,897 miles (+26,705)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    146,897 miles
    Test number
    789488843184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass120,192 miles (+24,503)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    120,192 miles
    Test number
    448292942147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass95,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    95,689 miles
    Test number
    926437631140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO08 BYW

Does LO08 BYW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO08 BYW expired on 25 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO08 BYW?
The MOT on LO08 BYW expired on 25 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO08 BYW done?
LO08 BYW was recorded at 233,546 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2024, an average of 10,720 miles a year.
Has LO08 BYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 BYW has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LO08 BYW 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 LO08 BYW find?
LO08 BYW passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective faded; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s, and 11 more.

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