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Ford Transit

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,400 cc

Y238 GTUMOT history

Y238 GTU is a white diesel Ford Transit first used on 5 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2025.

Y238 GTU white Ford Transit – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Jun 2026
Mileage
72,950 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2025
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y238 GTU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Transit
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y238 GTU was last recorded at 72,950 miles on 23 Jun 2025, 2,049 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,901 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,049 miles
Average per year
1,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,950 miles
  • 2024 – 70,605 miles
  • 2022 – 70,390 miles
  • 2021 – 70,288 miles
  • 2018 – 70,219 miles
  • 2017 – 64,630 miles
  • 2016 – 64,389 miles
  • 2015 – 62,909 miles
  • 2014 – 62,479 miles
  • 2013 – 61,947 miles
  • 2012 – 57,101 miles
  • 2011 – 54,437 miles
  • 2010 – 54,064 miles
  • 2009 – 52,950 miles
  • 2008 – 49,058 miles
  • 2007 – 45,964 miles
  • 2006 – 44,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,950 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Under body corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,950 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    72,950 miles
    Test number
    402645900284
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  2. Fail72,950 miles (+2,049)2 repaired1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,950 miles
    Test number
    399849932688
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  3. Fail70,901 miles (+296)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,901 miles
    Test number
    635155386862
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Arch And Inner Wing Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Crossmember To Flitch Panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis Rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear - Both Corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion To Brake Servo - Works As Intended
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various Places Front And Rear (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner And Outer Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Inner And Outer Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner And Outer Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Inner And Outer Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking Brake 16% - Nearside Doesn't Lock
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Tyres Perishing Outer Side Walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass70,605 miles (+215)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    70,605 miles
    Test number
    312699541611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail70,390 miles (+102)4 major1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,390 miles
    Test number
    125380454635
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underneath
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underneath

  6. Pass70,288 miles (+69)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    70,288 miles
    Test number
    552992240512
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail70,219 miles (+5,589)2 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,219 miles
    Test number
    417528593857
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under bonnet area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play underload (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer hitting rear foot step

  8. Pass64,630 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,630 miles
    Test number
    135526520540
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  9. Fail64,622 miles (+233)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,622 miles
    Test number
    425189135211
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings drop sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings cross member (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings drop sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  10. Pass64,389 miles (+1,480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    64,389 miles
    Test number
    242078464195
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass62,909 miles (+430)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    62,909 miles
    Test number
    287429215136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,479 miles
    Test number
    705946384088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,479 miles (+532)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,479 miles
    Test number
    356196684028
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

  14. Pass61,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,947 miles
    Test number
    836752893113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,947 miles (+4,846)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,947 miles
    Test number
    166432293130
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass57,101 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    57,101 miles
    Test number
    987546782183
    • NoteN,s mirror cracked

  17. Fail57,101 miles (+2,664)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,101 miles
    Test number
    518094182178
    • FailureFront front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteN,s mirror cracked

  18. Pass54,437 miles (+373)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,437 miles
    Test number
    835544691182
    • NoteB oth wipers 50 % worn
    • NoteN,s upper mirror cracked
    • NoteScreenwash jets require cleaning

  19. Pass54,064 miles (+1,114)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    54,064 miles
    Test number
    211957680478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    52,950 miles
    Test number
    140814389103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail52,950 miles (+3,892)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,950 miles
    Test number
    621042389191
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass49,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    49,058 miles
    Test number
    391971698140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,058 miles (+3,094)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,058 miles
    Test number
    991221498115
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass45,964 miles (+1,789)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    45,964 miles
    Test number
    400486987110
    • NoteN/side upper mirror slightly cracked
    • NoteSlight corrosion to o/side front brake pipe
    • NoteSlight damage to n/side rear tyre wall

  25. Pass44,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    44,175 miles
    Test number
    120510206263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y238 GTU

Does Y238 GTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y238 GTU expired on 25 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y238 GTU?
The MOT on Y238 GTU expired on 25 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y238 GTU done?
Y238 GTU was recorded at 72,950 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2025, an average of 1,520 miles a year.
Has Y238 GTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y238 GTU has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on Y238 GTU 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 Y238 GTU find?
Y238 GTU passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2025 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides, and 9 more.

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