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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,496 cc

T285 YABMOT history

T285 YAB is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 40,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
40,548 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T285 YAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T285 YAB was last recorded at 40,548 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 206 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,342 miles · 22 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
206 miles
Average per year
955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,548 miles
  • 2024 – 40,342 miles
  • 2022 – 40,145 miles
  • 2020 – 40,107 miles
  • 2019 – 39,700 miles
  • 2018 – 39,223 miles
  • 2017 – 38,313 miles
  • 2015 – 36,523 miles
  • 2014 – 35,420 miles
  • 2013 – 34,639 miles
  • 2012 – 33,190 miles
  • 2011 – 32,309 miles
  • 2010 – 31,591 miles
  • 2009 – 29,488 miles
  • 2008 – 27,051 miles
  • 2007 – 23,451 miles
  • 2006 – 21,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,548 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside & offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • High level brake light bulb inop

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,548 miles (+206)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    40,548 miles
    Test number
    187977324622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass40,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    40,342 miles
    Test number
    263080220579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail40,342 miles (+197)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,342 miles
    Test number
    956988920895
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass40,145 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    40,145 miles
    Test number
    222815849829
    • AdvisorySurface rusting on front brake discs and both o/s n/s front coil springs are corroded slightly

  5. Pass40,107 miles (+407)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    40,107 miles
    Test number
    689305550432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass39,700 miles (+477)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    39,700 miles
    Test number
    881265675071
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule metal section (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule metal section (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight damage to fuel cap

  7. Pass39,223 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    39,223 miles
    Test number
    325691771340
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Fail39,191 miles (+878)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,191 miles
    Test number
    528188798776
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring broken (1.6 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass38,313 miles (+1,790)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    38,313 miles
    Test number
    715225373959
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper sidelight not working

  10. Pass36,523 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,523 miles
    Test number
    502312980004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light bulb inop

  11. Fail36,488 miles (+1,068)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,488 miles
    Test number
    803059155936
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light bulb inop

  12. Pass35,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    35,420 miles
    Test number
    169758784197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail35,420 miles (+781)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,420 miles
    Test number
    219028184432
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass34,639 miles (+1,449)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    34,639 miles
    Test number
    955788313234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,190 miles (+881)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    33,190 miles
    Test number
    218583132283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,309 miles (+718)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    32,309 miles
    Test number
    658972221219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,591 miles (+754)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    31,591 miles
    Test number
    583373550298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,837 miles (+1,349)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    30,837 miles
    Test number
    660224710051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,488 miles (+2,437)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    29,488 miles
    Test number
    483152919088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,051 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    27,051 miles
    Test number
    514695668185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail27,001 miles (+3,550)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,001 miles
    Test number
    751912468104
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass23,451 miles (+2,018)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    23,451 miles
    Test number
    252374867406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    21,433 miles
    Test number
    740083306115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T285 YAB

Does T285 YAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T285 YAB is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T285 YAB?
The MOT on T285 YAB is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T285 YAB done?
T285 YAB was recorded at 40,548 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 955 miles a year.
Has T285 YAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T285 YAB has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T285 YAB 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 T285 YAB find?
T285 YAB passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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