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Ford Ranger

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,499 cc

Y229 MEUMOT history

Y229 MEU is a white diesel Ford Ranger first used on 2 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 80,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

Y229 MEU white Ford Ranger – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ranger, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
80,446 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 MEU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y229 MEU was last recorded at 80,446 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,446 miles · 21 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,446 miles
  • 2025 – 75,175 miles
  • 2024 – 75,126 miles
  • 2022 – 70,760 miles
  • 2021 – 67,563 miles
  • 2017 – 66,805 miles
  • 2015 – 65,292 miles
  • 2014 – 62,572 miles
  • 2012 – 59,133 miles
  • 2011 – 55,173 miles
  • 2010 – 48,332 miles
  • 2009 – 44,341 miles
  • 2008 – 36,860 miles
  • 2007 – 26,057 miles
  • 2006 – 20,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,446 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,446 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    80,446 miles
    Test number
    957334340828
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail80,446 miles (+5,271)2 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,446 miles
    Test number
    736896658934
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/75/14C (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/75/14C (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass75,175 miles (+49)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    75,175 miles
    Test number
    279670850879
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySURFACE CORROSION ALL SUSPENSION

  4. Pass75,126 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    75,126 miles
    Test number
    220196558882
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail75,126 miles (+4,366)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,126 miles
    Test number
    525452823628
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp does not face the rear (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass70,760 miles (+3,197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    70,760 miles
    Test number
    611273402451
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass67,563 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    67,563 miles
    Test number
    268563378864
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail67,563 miles (+758)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,563 miles
    Test number
    467173276339
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass66,805 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    66,805 miles
    Test number
    300089469252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  10. Fail66,805 miles (+1,513)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,805 miles
    Test number
    611023127986
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  11. Pass65,292 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,292 miles
    Test number
    297353785487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail65,288 miles (+2,716)1 dangerous2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,288 miles
    Test number
    356405575158
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront brakes slight imbalance
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing inner 1/4

  13. Pass62,572 miles (+3,439)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    62,572 miles
    Test number
    135898964175
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass59,133 miles (+3,960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    59,133 miles
    Test number
    485568022284
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass55,173 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    55,173 miles
    Test number
    539073821262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail55,173 miles (+6,841)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,173 miles
    Test number
    147292121252
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass48,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,332 miles
    Test number
    584640100143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,332 miles (+3,991)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,332 miles
    Test number
    994109090007
    • FailureNearside Front An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  19. Pass44,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    44,341 miles
    Test number
    193199599470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,341 miles (+7,481)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,341 miles
    Test number
    311089599070
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  21. Pass36,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,860 miles
    Test number
    201914298020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail36,860 miles (+10,803)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,860 miles
    Test number
    641922898052
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass26,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    26,057 miles
    Test number
    721594397036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail26,057 miles (+5,138)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,057 miles
    Test number
    813764697067
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

  25. Fail20,919 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,919 miles
    Test number
    170843196083
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

  26. Pass20,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    20,919 miles
    Test number
    330303796006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y229 MEU

Does Y229 MEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y229 MEU is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y229 MEU?
The MOT on Y229 MEU is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y229 MEU done?
Y229 MEU was recorded at 80,446 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 2,907 miles a year.
Has Y229 MEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 MEU has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y229 MEU 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 Y229 MEU find?
Y229 MEU passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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