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Ford Transit, Motorhome

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,496 cc

R389 YWFMOT history

R389 YWF is a green diesel Ford Transit, Motorhome first used on 20 May 1998. Its MOT is valid until 22 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 157,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2026.

R389 YWF green Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Aug 2027
Mileage
157,872 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,242 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R389 YWF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit, Motorhome
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
20 May 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R389 YWF was last recorded at 157,872 miles on 8 Aug 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,859 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
1,242 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,872 miles
  • 2025 – 157,133 miles
  • 2024 – 155,224 miles
  • 2023 – 153,084 miles
  • 2022 – 151,584 miles
  • 2021 – 149,420 miles
  • 2020 – 148,358 miles
  • 2018 – 147,541 miles
  • 2016 – 144,870 miles
  • 2015 – 144,796 miles
  • 2014 – 143,743 miles
  • 2012 – 143,213 miles
  • 2011 – 141,860 miles
  • 2010 – 140,519 miles
  • 2009 – 138,487 miles
  • 2008 – 137,124 miles
  • 2007 – 134,530 miles
  • 2006 – 132,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,872 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front & rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,872 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    157,872 miles
    Test number
    922427701394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail157,859 miles (+726)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,859 miles
    Test number
    224773924994
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (chalked) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass157,133 miles (+1,909)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    157,133 miles
    Test number
    772217252328
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier under bonnet (4.13 (a) (i))

  4. Pass155,224 miles (+2,140)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    155,224 miles
    Test number
    447451317433
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight corrosion in front of wheel but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass153,084 miles (+1,500)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    153,084 miles
    Test number
    530683224564
    • AdvisorySlight corrossion on o/s n/s front

  6. Pass151,584 miles (+2,164)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    151,584 miles
    Test number
    755652208033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass149,420 miles (+1,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    149,420 miles
    Test number
    810533988775
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower slight corrosion to door step
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper slight corrosion in wheel arch above wheel

  8. Pass148,358 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    148,358 miles
    Test number
    303796472182
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front & rear (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail148,355 miles (+814)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,355 miles
    Test number
    148366710082
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pivot has restricted free movement hand brake pivot (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting, inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front & rear (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass147,541 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    147,541 miles
    Test number
    762059764367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail147,536 miles (+2,666)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,536 miles
    Test number
    886606489106
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass144,870 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    144,870 miles
    Test number
    567899120193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail144,796 miles (+1,053)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,796 miles
    Test number
    384850609322
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear cross member (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailurePassenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of leaf spring (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass143,743 miles (+530)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    143,743 miles
    Test number
    735609464237
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass143,213 miles (+1,353)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    143,213 miles
    Test number
    187593672037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass141,860 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    141,860 miles
    Test number
    727822761091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass140,519 miles (+2,032)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    140,519 miles
    Test number
    803579860082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass138,487 miles (+1,363)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    138,487 miles
    Test number
    661930279036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass137,124 miles (+2,594)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    137,124 miles
    Test number
    550183168094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass134,530 miles (+2,051)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    134,530 miles
    Test number
    641405347066
    • NoteAgeing cracks on nearside rear tyre.

  21. Pass132,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    132,479 miles
    Test number
    943009056082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R389 YWF

Does R389 YWF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R389 YWF is valid until 22 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on R389 YWF?
The MOT on R389 YWF is valid until 22 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R389 YWF done?
R389 YWF was recorded at 157,872 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2026, an average of 1,242 miles a year.
Has R389 YWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R389 YWF has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on R389 YWF 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 R389 YWF find?
R389 YWF passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill; offside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill.

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