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White · Diesel · 2000 · 2,402 cc

X231 XBBMOT history

X231 XBB is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 27 Jul 2022 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 172,520 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2022.

X231 XBB white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Jul 2022
Mileage
172,520 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2022
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,378 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X231 XBB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

X231 XBB was last recorded at 172,520 miles on 13 Jul 2022, 1,881 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,639 miles · 28 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
1,881 miles
Average per year
5,378 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 172,520 miles
  • 2021 – 170,639 miles
  • 2020 – 169,680 miles
  • 2019 – 168,895 miles
  • 2017 – 168,248 miles
  • 2016 – 166,651 miles
  • 2015 – 165,199 miles
  • 2014 – 162,641 miles
  • 2013 – 158,023 miles
  • 2012 – 145,023 miles
  • 2011 – 135,779 miles
  • 2010 – 123,829 miles
  • 2009 – 113,630 miles
  • 2007 – 98,233 miles
  • 2006 – 87,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail172,520 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Door Step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Upper Shock Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner Door Step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Light Lense (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust System Poor Condition
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryHorn Slightly Harsh
  • AdvisoryInner And Outer Sills Rusty And Holed
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Valance Rusty And Holed
  • AdvisorySlight Drag Rear Brakes
  • AdvisorySlight Movement In Rear Diff/Half Shafts

What MOT failures 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 Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor6 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail172,520 miles (+1,881)10 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,520 miles
    Test number
    764625400378
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Door Step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Upper Shock Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner Door Step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Light Lense (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Poor Condition
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHorn Slightly Harsh
    • AdvisoryInner And Outer Sills Rusty And Holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Valance Rusty And Holed
    • AdvisorySlight Drag Rear Brakes
    • AdvisorySlight Movement In Rear Diff/Half Shafts

  2. Pass170,639 miles (+5)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    170,639 miles
    Test number
    113072284183
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious rust and holes.

  3. Fail170,634 miles (+954)10 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,634 miles
    Test number
    157728836010
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 5.99 (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious rust and holes.

  4. Pass169,680 miles (+14)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    169,680 miles
    Test number
    982923357600
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake outer cables very worn. (1.1.15 (a))

  5. Fail169,666 miles (+771)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,666 miles
    Test number
    616733962559
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 4.0+ (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle nearside slow. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake outer cables very worn. (1.1.15 (a))

  6. Pass168,895 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    168,895 miles
    Test number
    276115055851
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail168,893 miles (+645)1 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,893 miles
    Test number
    955543719477
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass168,248 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    168,248 miles
    Test number
    893870786679
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside body rough
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing rusty/rough.
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear door security.

  9. Fail168,248 miles (+1,597)10 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,248 miles
    Test number
    192674487938
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s slow (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lense damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside body rough
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing rusty/rough.
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust poor condition

  10. Pass166,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    166,651 miles
    Test number
    196601897463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail166,651 miles (+1,452)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,651 miles
    Test number
    794304900471
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage mirror (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s low (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  12. Pass165,199 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    165,199 miles
    Test number
    566574531066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Fail165,197 miles (+2,556)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,197 miles
    Test number
    390028831471
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red lense holed (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass162,641 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    162,641 miles
    Test number
    805824804337
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail162,639 miles (+4,616)10 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,639 miles
    Test number
    205032504313
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass158,023 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    158,023 miles
    Test number
    836706993216
    • NoteBoth rear hand brake cables insecure
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion of both rear metal brake pipes

  17. Fail158,023 miles (+13,000)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,023 miles
    Test number
    965266293202
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear hand brake cables insecure
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass145,023 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    145,023 miles
    Test number
    439818212154
    • NotePlay in offside inner steering rack joint

  19. Fail145,023 miles (+9,244)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,023 miles
    Test number
    238327612484
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Additional braking device has inadequate clearance between other components (3.6.I.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NotePlay in offside inner steering rack joint

  20. Pass135,779 miles (+11,950)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    135,779 miles
    Test number
    236357511441
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s hand brake cable poor

  21. Pass123,829 miles (+10,199)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    123,829 miles
    Test number
    973517670092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass113,630 miles (+15,397)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    113,630 miles
    Test number
    251342679036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Pass98,233 miles (+10,635)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    98,233 miles
    Test number
    882504487220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass87,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    87,598 miles
    Test number
    581510476236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X231 XBB

Does X231 XBB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X231 XBB expired on 27 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X231 XBB?
The MOT on X231 XBB expired on 27 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X231 XBB done?
X231 XBB was recorded at 172,520 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2022, an average of 5,378 miles a year.
Has X231 XBB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X231 XBB has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on X231 XBB 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 XBB find?
X231 XBB failed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2022 with 10 major defects and 9 advisories: exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine; nearside front inner seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step; nearside rear position lamp not working, and 16 more.

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