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Ford Transit

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,402 cc

Y231 HVXMOT history

Y231 HVX is a red diesel Ford Transit first used on 11 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 251,773 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2025.

Y231 HVX red Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2026
Mileage
251,773 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,836 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y231 HVX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,402 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y231 HVX was last recorded at 251,773 miles on 25 Sept 2025, 6,627 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
245,146 miles · 19 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
6,627 miles
Average per year
4,836 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 251,773 miles
  • 2024 – 245,146 miles
  • 2023 – 244,257 miles
  • 2022 – 241,742 miles
  • 2021 – 239,577 miles
  • 2020 – 235,641 miles
  • 2019 – 231,602 miles
  • 2018 – 228,592 miles
  • 2017 – 225,828 miles
  • 2016 – 220,204 miles
  • 2015 – 216,423 miles
  • 2014 – 212,662 miles
  • 2013 – 209,070 miles
  • 2011 – 197,833 miles
  • 2010 – 182,739 miles
  • 2009 – 169,711 miles
  • 2006 – 158,655 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass251,773 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass251,773 miles (+6,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    251,773 miles
    Test number
    749659602428
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass245,146 miles (+889)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    245,146 miles
    Test number
    942741694459
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass244,257 miles (+2,515)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    244,257 miles
    Test number
    312437412971
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass241,742 miles (+2,165)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    241,742 miles
    Test number
    598074472178
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [rear] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass239,577 miles (+39)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    239,577 miles
    Test number
    311842192458
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Fail239,538 miles (+3,897)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,538 miles
    Test number
    436200493672
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Pass235,641 miles (+4,039)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    235,641 miles
    Test number
    938563369448
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass231,602 miles (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    231,602 miles
    Test number
    352700821774
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail231,569 miles (+2,977)12 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,569 miles
    Test number
    384276982993
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working when hazrads on (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working when hazards on (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working when hazards on (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass228,592 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    228,592 miles
    Test number
    341166788220
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail228,592 miles (+2,764)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,592 miles
    Test number
    889879490855
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass225,828 miles (+30)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    225,828 miles
    Test number
    773292157740
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside outer sill
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush front (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  13. Fail225,798 miles (+5,594)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,798 miles
    Test number
    457843368329
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureSpeedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside outer sill
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush front (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  14. Pass220,204 miles (+3,781)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    220,204 miles
    Test number
    491767690058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  15. Pass216,423 miles (+3,761)9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    216,423 miles
    Test number
    269713515287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteN s rear brake reading low
  16. Pass212,662 miles (+57)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    212,662 miles
    Test number
    336028724494
    • 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 pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  17. Fail212,605 miles (+3,535)8 failures1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,605 miles
    Test number
    735070624239
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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 pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteLoud knock from steering rack
  18. Pass209,070 miles (+1)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    209,070 miles
    Test number
    679852423219
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
  19. Fail209,069 miles (+11,236)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,069 miles
    Test number
    849141923287
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
  20. Pass197,833 miles (+2,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    197,833 miles
    Test number
    237970491288
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass195,154 miles (+12,415)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    195,154 miles
    Test number
    467489501262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass182,739 miles (+13,028)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    182,739 miles
    Test number
    443244200243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass169,711 miles (+11,056)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    169,711 miles
    Test number
    733184199122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass158,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    158,655 miles
    Test number
    223885976163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y231 HVX

Does Y231 HVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y231 HVX expired on 3 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y231 HVX?
The MOT on Y231 HVX expired on 3 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y231 HVX done?
Y231 HVX was recorded at 251,773 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2025, an average of 4,836 miles a year.
Has Y231 HVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y231 HVX has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on Y231 HVX 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 Y231 HVX find?
Y231 HVX passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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