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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,402 cc

Y232 GELMOT history

Y232 GEL is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 20 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 311,620 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2025.

Y232 GEL 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 May 2026
Mileage
311,620 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,252 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y232 GEL
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
20 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 May 2026
Latest MOT test
18 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y232 GEL was last recorded at 311,620 miles on 18 May 2025, 1,103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 May 2014: 24,548 miles, lower than 234,644 miles on 29 Apr 2013.

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
310,517 miles · 27 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,103 miles
Average per year
10,252 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 311,620 miles
  • 2023 – 310,517 miles
  • 2022 – 308,596 miles
  • 2021 – 306,288 miles
  • 2019 – 297,776 miles
  • 2018 – 285,349 miles
  • 2017 – 276,434 miles
  • 2016 – 266,281 miles
  • 2015 – 255,597 miles
  • 2014 – 24,548 miles
  • 2013 – 234,644 miles
  • 2012 – 222,937 miles
  • 2011 – 207,736 miles
  • 2010 – 179,298 miles
  • 2009 – 152,435 miles
  • 2008 – 131,390 miles
  • 2007 – 125,578 miles
  • 2006 – 114,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass311,620 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass311,620 miles (+1,103)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2026
    Odometer
    311,620 miles
    Test number
    739001019839
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass310,517 miles (+62)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    310,517 miles
    Test number
    469683293772
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail310,455 miles (+1,859)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    310,455 miles
    Test number
    670775638153
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced LEG MOUNTING AREA (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL BACK (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass308,596 miles (+2,308)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    308,596 miles
    Test number
    637803278431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass306,288 miles (+8,512)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    306,288 miles
    Test number
    128458120067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass297,776 miles (+12,427)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    297,776 miles
    Test number
    825267591375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass285,349 miles (+8,915)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    285,349 miles
    Test number
    715074784715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass276,434 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    276,434 miles
    Test number
    200607715392
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail276,434 miles (+10,153)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    276,434 miles
    Test number
    942892687575
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass266,281 miles (+10,684)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    266,281 miles
    Test number
    671340218174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass255,597 miles (+10)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    255,597 miles
    Test number
    575279225123
    • NoteO/s front inner wheel arch weak
    • NoteRear x member weak
    • NoteSlight corrsion o/s front brake pipe

  12. Fail255,587 miles (+231,039)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,587 miles
    Test number
    197117825115
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSuspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteO/s front inner wheel arch weak
    • NoteRear x member weak
    • NoteSlight corrsion o/s front brake pipe

  13. Pass24,548 miles (-210,096)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    24,548 miles
    Test number
    485786224165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass234,644 miles (+11,707)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    234,644 miles
    Test number
    457659113106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass222,937 miles (+15,201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    222,937 miles
    Test number
    195723482467
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass207,736 miles (+28,438)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    207,736 miles
    Test number
    578594881069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass179,298 miles (+26,863)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    179,298 miles
    Test number
    653257760087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass152,435 miles (+21,045)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    152,435 miles
    Test number
    940896169011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass131,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    131,390 miles
    Test number
    771056268086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail131,390 miles (+5,812)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,390 miles
    Test number
    293825668096
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Fail125,578 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,578 miles
    Test number
    304334767058
    • Repaired at testCentre Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass125,578 miles (+10,676)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    125,578 miles
    Test number
    633264567013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass114,902 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    114,902 miles
    Test number
    243225066095
    • NoteThree leaf springs fitted to o/s/r and two fitted to n/s/r

  24. Fail114,897 miles (+399)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,897 miles
    Test number
    644262866086
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • NoteThree leaf spring fitted to o/s/r and two leaf spring fitted to n/s/r

  25. Fail114,498 miles6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,498 miles
    Test number
    563035956059
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteThree leaf spring fitted to o/s/r and two leaf spring fitted to n/s/r

Questions about Y232 GEL

Does Y232 GEL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y232 GEL expired on 17 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y232 GEL?
The MOT on Y232 GEL expired on 17 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y232 GEL done?
Y232 GEL was recorded at 311,620 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2025, an average of 10,252 miles a year.
Has Y232 GEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y232 GEL has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on Y232 GEL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 May 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y232 GEL find?
Y232 GEL passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front lower cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; offside front lower cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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