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Ford Transit

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 2,496 cc

X231 ABFMOT history

X231 ABF is a red diesel Ford Transit first used on 20 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 190,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2026.

X231 ABF red Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
190,898 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,158 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X231 ABF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X231 ABF was last recorded at 190,898 miles on 28 Feb 2026, 3,644 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,254 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,644 miles
Average per year
4,158 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,898 miles
  • 2025 – 187,254 miles
  • 2024 – 184,305 miles
  • 2020 – 173,628 miles
  • 2019 – 171,340 miles
  • 2018 – 169,125 miles
  • 2017 – 167,591 miles
  • 2016 – 164,299 miles
  • 2015 – 160,225 miles
  • 2014 – 156,276 miles
  • 2013 – 150,455 miles
  • 2012 – 147,694 miles
  • 2010 – 142,579 miles
  • 2008 – 138,128 miles
  • 2007 – 129,775 miles
  • 2006 – 109,750 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,898 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security ALL ROUND (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Extensive corrosion around ns step , no passenger seat fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Extensive advanced surface corrosion throughout both inner wings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,898 miles (+3,644)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    190,898 miles
    Test number
    980514843761
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security ALL ROUND (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass187,254 miles (+2,949)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    187,254 miles
    Test number
    510080941183
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass184,305 miles (+10,677)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    184,305 miles
    Test number
    839956281001
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass173,628 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    173,628 miles
    Test number
    895401973587
    • AdvisoryExtensive corrosion around ns step , no passenger seat fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Extensive advanced surface corrosion throughout both inner wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil all over engine and gearbox , no drips (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Extensive advanced surface corrosion both inner wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail173,623 miles (+2,283)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,623 miles
    Test number
    718244328656
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExtensive corrosion around ns step , no passenger seat fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Extensive advanced surface corrosion throughout both inner wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIce cream machine flex coupling VERY badly split
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil all over engine and gearbox , no drips (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Extensive advanced surface corrosion both inner wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass171,340 miles (+134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    171,340 miles
    Test number
    431461060887
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Step area , no seat fitted due to conversion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail171,206 miles (+2,081)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,206 miles
    Test number
    455412521858
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Chassis (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Chassis (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Cab sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Step area , no seat fitted due to conversion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass169,125 miles (+41)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    169,125 miles
    Test number
    435493075822
    • AdvisoryAdvanced surface corrosion both central chassis legs
    • AdvisoryLoad valve repaired using non-standard parts
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail169,084 miles (+1,493)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,084 miles
    Test number
    827825003689
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Step area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvanced surface corrosion both central chassis legs
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass167,591 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    167,591 miles
    Test number
    819812419841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail167,429 miles (+3,130)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,429 miles
    Test number
    928113547794
    • FailureBrake performance not tested nsr bodywork not secure (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Sill (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass164,299 miles (+4,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    164,299 miles
    Test number
    310337940013
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill very rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill very rusty

  13. Pass160,225 miles (+190)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    160,225 miles
    Test number
    135198965119
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion in os step and body outrigger
    • NoteIce cream machine flex coupling badly split
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing

  14. Fail160,035 miles (+3,759)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,035 miles
    Test number
    207679755141
    • FailureRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion in os step and body outrigger
    • NoteIce cream machine flex coupling badly split
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing

  15. Pass156,276 miles (+541)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    156,276 miles
    Test number
    316781684198
    • NoteSlight play both reart spring rear eye bushes

  16. Fail155,735 miles (+5,280)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,735 miles
    Test number
    208854254152
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  17. Pass150,455 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    150,455 miles
    Test number
    437291373124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail150,450 miles (+2,756)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,450 miles
    Test number
    995853863129
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

  19. Pass147,694 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    147,694 miles
    Test number
    296188472463
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  20. Fail147,689 miles10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,689 miles
    Test number
    818336662144
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  21. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    788934271126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass142,579 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    142,579 miles
    Test number
    543488140180
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Fail142,576 miles (+4,448)10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,576 miles
    Test number
    890617130182
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  24. Pass138,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    138,128 miles
    Test number
    460989968250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail138,128 miles (+8,353)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,128 miles
    Test number
    610738968262
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass129,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    129,775 miles
    Test number
    101872067235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail129,775 miles (+20,025)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,775 miles
    Test number
    852091967274
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass109,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    109,750 miles
    Test number
    381826436447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X231 ABF

Does X231 ABF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X231 ABF is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X231 ABF?
The MOT on X231 ABF is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X231 ABF done?
X231 ABF was recorded at 190,898 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2026, an average of 4,158 miles a year.
Has X231 ABF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X231 ABF has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on X231 ABF 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 X231 ABF find?
X231 ABF passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front brake pedal wearing smooth, and 3 more.

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