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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,402 cc

Y229 CNGMOT history

Y229 CNG is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 220,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2025.

Y229 CNG white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Transit, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2026
Mileage
220,268 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2025
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 CNG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y229 CNG was last recorded at 220,268 miles on 18 Sept 2025, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Mar 2015: 178,016 miles, lower than 179,009 miles on 3 Mar 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
220,241 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
5,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 220,268 miles
  • 2024 – 216,354 miles
  • 2022 – 211,865 miles
  • 2020 – 204,366 miles
  • 2019 – 201,115 miles
  • 2018 – 197,639 miles
  • 2017 – 193,020 miles
  • 2016 – 186,484 miles
  • 2015 – 178,016 miles
  • 2014 – 168,046 miles
  • 2012 – 145,597 miles
  • 2011 – 144,031 miles
  • 2010 – 141,920 miles
  • 2008 – 135,855 miles
  • 2007 – 129,457 miles
  • 2006 – 118,129 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,268 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security various points front and rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various points front and rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,268 miles (+27)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    220,268 miles
    Test number
    426577443932
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security various points front and rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail220,241 miles (+3,887)1 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,241 miles
    Test number
    487886284771
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both sides (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security various points front and rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass216,354 miles (+4,489)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    216,354 miles
    Test number
    686878388130
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various point of corossion front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass211,865 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    211,865 miles
    Test number
    969585300779
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both of them (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail211,857 miles (+7,491)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,857 miles
    Test number
    499876493889
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both of them (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass204,366 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    204,366 miles
    Test number
    194880321903
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various points front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail204,360 miles (+3,245)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,360 miles
    Test number
    976074754463
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various points front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass201,115 miles (+10)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    201,115 miles
    Test number
    381715618343
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various points front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail201,105 miles (+3,466)1 dangerous8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,105 miles
    Test number
    603902695383
    • DangerousNearside Front Sub-frame likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake cable insecure both sides (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorRear Parking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various points front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass197,639 miles (+4,619)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    197,639 miles
    Test number
    513825227449
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass193,020 miles (+6,536)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    193,020 miles
    Test number
    892990056958
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass186,484 miles (+514)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    186,484 miles
    Test number
    977314663048
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush Both sides (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail185,970 miles (+7,954)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,970 miles
    Test number
    151005714228
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel tank insecure tank strap broken (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake application uneven slow to react (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front step sill starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass178,016 miles (-993)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    178,016 miles
    Test number
    289568765000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail179,009 miles (+10,963)20 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,009 miles
    Test number
    407692965002
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail168,046 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,046 miles
    Test number
    168080064038
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear axle has slight play

  17. Pass168,046 miles (+22,449)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    168,046 miles
    Test number
    978160464052
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear axle has slight play

  18. Pass145,597 miles (+254)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    145,597 miles
    Test number
    685792872257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail145,343 miles (+1,312)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,343 miles
    Test number
    166414442176
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass144,031 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    144,031 miles
    Test number
    198735691144
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail144,031 miles (+2,111)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,031 miles
    Test number
    587795491184
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass141,920 miles (+6,065)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    141,920 miles
    Test number
    441739480152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass135,855 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    135,855 miles
    Test number
    500063588249
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail135,834 miles (+6,377)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,834 miles
    Test number
    142312488256
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass129,457 miles (+11,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    129,457 miles
    Test number
    271506887402
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass118,129 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    118,129 miles
    Test number
    514665286140
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y229 CNG

Does Y229 CNG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y229 CNG expired on 17 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y229 CNG?
The MOT on Y229 CNG expired on 17 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y229 CNG done?
Y229 CNG was recorded at 220,268 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2025, an average of 5,317 miles a year.
Has Y229 CNG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 CNG has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y229 CNG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y229 CNG find?
Y229 CNG passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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